Île de Ré - Trousse Chemise
Beach break · Charente-Maritime · All levels
Trousse Chemise surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Slim pickings. Only if you're desperate. — Best window: 16h–19h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner —
- Intermediate 20
- Advanced 88
- Charger 70
- Waves 2.0 m · 13 s period
- Wind NW 15 km/h (gusts 53 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 07:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
Small sheltered beach of Les Portes-en-Ré.
Spot photos
Trousse Chemise in detail
When to surf here
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
All levels
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
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 Trousse Chemise
What tide is best for surfing Trousse Chemise?
Trousse Chemise usually works best around mid-falling. The tide shapes the sandbanks and the depth over the reef, so check the day's tide times before your session.
Is Trousse Chemise suitable for beginners?
Trousse Chemise is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
What wind is ideal for Trousse Chemise?
The ideal wind at Trousse Chemise comes broadly from South-East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Trousse Chemise?
Around Trousse Chemise, you can also check conditions at Conche des Baleines, Le Lizay, La Tranche. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.