Île d'Yeu - Anse des Vieilles
Beach break · Vendée · Beginner → Advanced
Île d'Yeu surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Slim pickings. Only if you're desperate. — Best window: 17h–20h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner —
- Intermediate 30
- Advanced 90
- Waves 2.3 m · 13 s period
- Wind N 17 km/h (gusts 58 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 07:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
Wild coast of the island. Hidden waves.
Spot photos
Île d'Yeu in detail
When to surf here
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
Beginner → Advanced
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Île d'Yeu
Is Île d'Yeu suitable for beginners?
Île d'Yeu is rather recommended for intermediate surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
What wind is ideal for Île d'Yeu?
The ideal wind at Île d'Yeu comes broadly from North: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Île d'Yeu?
Around Île d'Yeu, you can also check conditions at Pointe du But, Notre-Dame-de-Monts, Saint-Jean-de-Monts. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.