Located in Brittany, France, Les Longchamps is a wide beach break that serves as a friendly surfers’ hub. The beach is known for its good banks that can provide excellent barreling sections when conditions align, although it can also produce more onshore mush burgers. The waves break over a sand bottom for up to 50 meters (164 feet). The local vibe is friendly and relaxed, with a few hidden reefs in the area if you’re up for some exploration. The Garde-Guerin reefs, located beside the golf course, offer some push over scattered rock sections on a moderate W swell, with S winds providing offshore conditions. Out on the western headland, the Dame Jouanne ledge is a challenging spot that slams the rock shelf at low tide, suitable for the most competent surfers and the tight local crew.
What are the best surf conditions for Les Longchamps?
The surf gets good between waist-high and double overhead. It is recommended to ride a longboard when the waves are smaller and switch to a shortboard as the size increases. This break is suitable for surfers of all levels. The surf here is not very consistent, with a rating of 3/10, and can get busy when it does break, with a crowd rating of 5/10. The best winds are from the South, and the ideal swells are from the Northwest and West. The beach works well on all tides.
In the summer, a 3/2 wetsuit is recommended when water temperatures rise to 16°C (61°F). In winter, a 4/3 wetsuit is best when temperatures drop to 10°C (50°F).
