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Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced surfer, Brittany in the north-west of France is the place to go surfing: the region is packed with spots to suit all levels! Whether you’re looking for accessible sessions or more technical challenges, Brittany offers varied conditions, an authentic atmosphere and sublime scenery. So we’ve picked out the best beaches for taming the Atlantic to the rhythm of the tides!

Published on 24 August 2023

And yes, between two slices of typical Breton kouign-amann, it’s THE perfect sport for getting rid of your energy while enjoying the magical setting of the superb beaches of the Pink Granite Coast! The white or pink sand and the panoramic views as far as the eye can see add to the beauty of a Breizh hot surf session.

Waves, swell and tide: the conditions are just right in Brittany for quality surfing spots.

Ready to ride? Grab your boards!

Discover the surf spots in Trestel Bay

With a reputation in Brittany (and indeed all over France!) as a surfing hot spot, Trestel Bay is THE place to be if you want to get your board out. Stretching for almost a kilometre, this white sandy beach offers a spectacular view of the island of Tomé, as well as… 7 other islands! Enough to motivate you to keep your head above water during your surf session in Brittany.

Still haven’t dared to ride your first waves? Don’t panic! Every year, the Trestel Surf Club organises a surfing day in the bay in October! On the programme: free introductory sessions and water sports activities for young and old riders alike. Sports rescue, kitesurfing, surf-skiing, surf drawing competitions… It’s the ideal event to introduce beginners and experienced riders to new activities during the holidays!

Trestel beach is also the place to be if you fancy a refreshing walk along the water’s edge! Take the time to discover the rich flora and fauna of the Breton coastline while walking along the footbridges. It’s also the perfect time to admire the small cliffs on the Pointe du Goff!

To recharge your batteries after a good surf session

Paddling with your arms, bending your knees, keeping your balance… Surfing is sport! And sometimes it even starts as soon as you put on your wetsuit… So inevitably, the whole thing leaves you with a bit of an appetite. Luckily! The delicious restaurants above Trestel beach in Trévou-Tréguignec welcome you for a gourmet break:

Surfing on Goas Lagorn beach in Beg Léguer

Below the valley of Goas Lagorn, the beach of the same name welcomes surfers and beach-goers between the towns of Lannion and Trébeurden. Facing west, it’s one of the region’s most popular surf spots! On the beach at Goas Lagorn, surfers and bodyboarders have a field day on the big waves.

Beginners and experts alike can take advantage of their holidays in Brittany to go back to school… at the Puffin Surf School! From the age of 5 upwards, young and old alike can discover the most beautiful element of surfing, accompanied by an enthusiast: the water! Soon swell, tide, wax, back wash and leach will hold no secrets for you! And if you don’t feel like surfing, the school has more than one board in its bag for you to enjoy: stand-up paddle, bodyboarding, bodysurfing… It’s up to you to choose how you want to take to the waves in Brittany!

If you’re feeling a bit peckish after your surf session…

A good cocktail, a delicious Breton galette, the sun setting over the water as far as the eye can see… The dream, isn’t it? A word of advice: head to the Bar de la Plage in Lannion to finish your surfing day in style.



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Surfing on the beach at Saint-Michel-en-Grève

On the beach at Saint-Michel-en-Grève, the sea is warm, the tide is high and the surfers are delighted! Do you seem to spot a cross in the middle of the water during your surf session? No, no, you haven’t hit your board on the head: it’s simply the mi-Lieue cross! Used by sailors as a marker of tide levels, it can also be seen from the sandy beach. It’s the symbol of this surf spot!

If you’re looking for one of the best surf spots in Saint-Michel-en-Grève, trust Mat’Surf School! Your instructor will take you out on the best waves… Those Breton guys are really nice! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced surfer, we’ve got a range of options to suit your level, from beginners’ courses to rentals! So, are you ready to get your wetsuits on?

Why not take advantage of your holiday in Brittany to do some shopping? Close to the surf spot at Saint-Michel-en-Grève, le panier d’Eve offers a range of local and organic products! Perfect for a delicious Breton picnic to share!

A sporting holiday on Trestraou beach

Fancy soaking up the Breton sun on your surfboard or on the fine sand? Then head to Trestraou beach in Perros-Guirec! Whether you’re a beginner, a seasoned surfer or a water sports enthusiast, this is the place to be! It’s an exceptional spot, one of the best on the Breton coast (and in France!).

A family beach, Trestraou is an ideal spot for tribes on holiday in Brittany. Here, the slope is gentle, making it easy to swim… but also to launch your surfboards! The long seafront promenade is a great place to relax, with a casino, cinema and restaurants to choose from. In short, everything you need to be a top surfing spot… but also to prolong the pleasure of surfing!

It’s also a place of international renown, home to Alexis Deniel, a surf instructor at Ponant surf school and a medallist in his discipline. He passes on his passion for surfing to all ages!

Haven’t the waves worn you out? Trestraou beach is the ideal starting point for many excursions on the water! Take Armor navigation to the bird sanctuary for a bird-watching session. In Perros-Guirec, surfing and nature go hand in hand!

Ride the waves at Locquirec

Peacefully sheltered in part by the rocks, the Moulin de la Rive beach in the town of Locquirec is undoubtedly one of the best surf spots between the Côtes d’Armor and Finistère! This slightly off-centre pebble beach is a little paradise for surfers. On the programme: a beach facing due north, rollers, swell and waves at all hours!

This is one of the surf schools between the Côtes d’Armor and Finistère departments: welcome to Surfing Locquirec! Whatever your level, our state-qualified instructors will guide you safely through your first surf, bodyboard or stand-up paddle lessons. What’s more, the surf school also has the Handi-surf label! For a fun session with friends, head to Surfing Locquirec to hire your Giant Paddle. The last person standing on the board wins!

You know the saying: after the effort, the comfort! Of course, the same applies to surfing. Can you hear the festive music and smells in the distance? Then La Grande Vadrouille is just around the corner. A unique place to recharge your batteries!

Party with your feet in the water

Surfing is all about sharing and having fun! So what could be better than an evening in a festive straw hut during your holiday in Brittany? Let’s go to Le petit bain by the beach in Plestin-les-Grèves!

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