Best surf foiling spots in France
The best surf foiling spots in France over the whole year.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best waves in France: October–November (around 2 m, water 17°C, 4/3 wetsuit).
- Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: July–September (around 1.2 m, water 21°C, 3/2 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Lacanau, La Torche & Biarritz – Côte des Basques.
- For beginners: Lacanau, Biarritz – Côte des Basques & Leucate – Les Coussoules.
LacanauNouvelle-Aquitaine · best April–June, September–November12 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 18°C water in season, 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ BOD 43 km2
La TorcheBrittany · best January–February, November–December12 good monthsIntermediate and up · 12°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ BES 68 km3
Biarritz – Côte des BasquesNouvelle-Aquitaine · best January–February, November12 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 14°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ BIQ 4 km4
Leucate – Les CoussoulesOccitanie · best January, March, November–December7 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 14°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ PGF 23 kmThe best surf foiling spots in France, ranked by wave height through the year, warm water and the number of good months, from years of weather data. Wave height: average daily maximum.
Month by month in France
| Month | Waves | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 2.3 m | 12°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 11°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 2.2 m | 12°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 13°C |
| MarchMar | 2 m | 12°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 15°C |
| AprilApr | 1.6 m | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 17°C |
| MayMay | 1.2 m | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 20°C |
| JuneJun | 1.1 m | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| JulyJul | 1.1 m | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 26°C |
| AugustAug | 1.1 m | 22°C | shorty | 26°C |
| SeptemberSep | 1.4 m | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 23°C |
| OctoberOct | 1.7 m | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 21°C |
| NovemberNov | 2.3 m | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 16°C |
| DecemberDec | 2.1 m | 13°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 13°C |
Averages of the 4 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for surf foiling in France?
Best waves in France: October–November (around 2 m, water 17°C, 4/3 wetsuit). Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: July–September (around 1.2 m, water 21°C, 3/2 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in France?
It depends on the month: about 22°C water in August (shorty) and about 12°C in February (5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves).
Is France good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Lacanau, Biarritz – Côte des Basques & Leucate – Les Coussoules.
Which airport is closest?
Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD), 43 km from Lacanau; Brest Bretagne airport (BES), 68 km from La Torche; Biarritz Pays Basque airport (BIQ), 4 km from Biarritz – Côte des Basques.