Royan, France
Royan, France is a Shallow, Chop and Small waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S and SSW .
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
Royan, France is a Shallow, Chop and Small waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S and SSW .
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
How to get there
The beach is located in the south of Royan.
Nearest Airports
Distance
85km from spot
120km from spot
600km from spot
How to get there
How to get there
The beach is located in the south of Royan.
Nearest Airports
Distance
85km from spot
120km from spot
600km from spot
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Riding Conditions in Royan, France
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Warm in summer, cold in winter.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S and SSW .
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Warm in summer, cold in winter.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S and SSW .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Royan, France is a Shallow, Chop and Small waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Tidal size.
Sandy beach. Harbor to its north end and rocks to the south.
Choppy water with small waves. Better waves on the reef at the south end of the beach. Shallow areas depending on tides.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Royan, France is a Shallow, Chop and Small waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Tidal size.
Sandy beach. Harbor to its north end and rocks to the south.
Choppy water with small waves. Better waves on the reef at the south end of the beach. Shallow areas depending on tides.
Need to know
Careful about the other beach users, especially in June, July and August .
When you are on water, be careful of Boats and Mole .
Need to know
Need to know
Careful about the other beach users, especially in June, July and August .
When you are on water, be careful of Boats and Mole .
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Additional information
A parking is available at Royan, France.
Webcams around Royan, France
Webcams around Royan, France
Weather Forecast for the next 10days
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Wind and Temperature over the past years
Wind and Temperature over the past years
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More about Kitesurfing in Charente Maritime
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Wind stats in Charente Maritime...
| Month | % of Windy Days (more than 15kts) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 50 |
| Feb | 45 |
| Mar | 44 |
| Apr | 35 |
| May | 38 |
| Jun | 28 |
| Jul | 32 |
| Aug | 30 |
| Sep | 28 |
| Oct | 36 |
| Nov | 49 |
| Dec | 48 |
% of Windy Days (more than 15kts)
Additional information
There are 5 kitesurf schools and 31 kitesurf spots in Charente Maritime.
Best months: April May June July August September October
Best months: April May June July August September October
Accomodation around the spot
Royan, France
