Saint-Brevin-les-Pins, a jewel on the Atlantic coast, offers an ideal playground for surf enthusiasts. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced surfer, you’ll love it! We’ll tell you where to go, which spots are a must, and which surf schools are there to help you. Get your board ready and let’s go!
Come surf at Saint-Brevin-l’Océan, you won’t regret it!
Surfing in Saint-Brevin-les-Pins is much more than just a sport. It’s the perfect way to make the most of the Atlantic Ocean and have fun at the same time. Whether you’re a seasoned surfer looking for a challenge, or an intrepid beginner keen to take on waves that aren’t too powerful, there’s something for everyone. What’s more, the locals are really friendly!
Must-see spots
Conquer the waves at Saint-Brévin-l’Océan! The seaside resorts of the southern Loire and their long beaches offer ideal conditions for surfing during your camping vacation in St Brevin.
- Plage de L’Ermitage ( Saint-Brévin-l’Océan): this is the emblematic spot of Saint-Brevin. The waves are regular and well distributed. Beginners benefit from favorable conditions for a gentle introduction. The waves roll long, so learning is easy. Also perfect for bodyboarders.
- La plage des Rochelets ( Saint-Brévin-l’Océan): just a stone’s throw from the campsite, a must-see spot in Loire-Atlantique. The sandbanks form moderate waves that are easy to surf. Perfect for learning to surf!
- La plage du Gohaud (Saint Michel Chef Chef): a spot that works well at high tide, not too edgy. The waves are accessible and allow novices to surf in complete safety.
Advice for beginner surfers
The weather influences surfing conditions, so check the forecast before you go! Before venturing out into the ocean, make sure you follow the safety rules in force. Wear the right equipment, be aware of currents and respect other surfers.
Surf schools in Saint-Brevin-les-Pins
For novice surfers, it’s best to start with a course at a local surf school, with experienced instructors ready to share their passion.
> Atlantic Surf Academy: Surf lessons are generally held on the Ermitage beach in Saint-Brevin. April to October, 7 days a week. Tel. Phone : 07 83 73 11 00, Website : www.atlanticsurfacademy.fr
> Retz Surf Club: Daily surf lessons, depending on the tides, for all levels from 5 years upwards. By reservation only. Tel. 07 56 82 69 06, website: www.retz-surf-club.com
> Saint-Brévin Surf School: every session becomes an unforgettable adventure. 5-session courses, group or private lessons. 30 Bd de l’Océan, 44250 Saint-Brevin-les-Pins. Tel. Phone : 07 63 22 84 85, Website : www.ecoledesurfsaintbrevin.com
For experienced surfers, head for Pointe Saint-Gildas
To the south of Saint-Brevin, the Pointe Saint-Gildas in Préfailles is well known to surfers and board enthusiasts, with its succession of renowned spots. From Nantes, head for Pornic, then La Plaine-sur-Mer and Pointe Saint-Gildas.
This is where you’re most likely to find the best waves in Loire-Atlantique. More technical waves, more difficult to surf, reserved for experienced surfers looking for something “stronger”. Watch out for the rocks! Unlike Saint-Brevin, where the waves take you back to the sand, here you’ll have to slalom between the rocks.
- Port-aux-Ânes Port: the “easiest” wave, on the edge of the commune of La Plaine-sur-Mer, before reaching Pointe Saint-Gildas.
- L’Apcheu: rock wave, just in front of Pointe Saint-Gildas. Be careful, there’s little water and the current is very strong.
- L’Anse du Sud : a pretty cove with a rocky wave at high tide, and a sandy wave at low tide.
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