Located in Charante Maritime, France, Gouillaud is a fun rocky reef break that offers both lefts and rights with excellent opportunities for manoeuvres. The waves here can be heavy and break for up to 50 meters (164 feet) over a rocky reef.
What are the best surf conditions for Gouillaud?
Gouillaud performs best between waist-high and double overhead. We recommend using a longboard when the waves are smaller and switching to a shortboard as the size increases. This break is ideal for intermediate and advanced surfers. The surf here has a consistency rating of 5/10 and typically draws a moderate crowd, with a rating of 6/10. The optimal winds come from the Northeast, and the best swells are from the West. The spot works best on low tides.
In summer, a 3/2 wetsuit is suitable when water temperatures reach 19°C (66°F). During winter, a 5/4 wetsuit is recommended when temperatures drop to 10°C (50°F). See the temperature chart below for more detailed information.
