L'embarcadère
Beach Break · Charente Maritime · Intermediate → Charger
L'embarcadère surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Looking good — aim for 10h. — Best window: 8h–11h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Intermediate 85
- Advanced 100
- Charger 70
- Waves 1.6 m · 12 s period
- Wind NW 12 km/h (gusts 37 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 07:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
A magnificent fallback spot with views over the Maupas lagoon. Long waves, never too fat, with the option to paddle back up the beach. "Crowds on the good days, beautiful people on the beautiful days."
Spot photos
L'embarcadère in detail
When to surf here
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
Intermediate → Charger
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 L'embarcadère
Is L'embarcadère suitable for beginners?
L'embarcadère 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 L'embarcadère?
The ideal wind at L'embarcadère comes broadly from North-West: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near L'embarcadère?
Around L'embarcadère, you can also check conditions at La Tranche, Saint-Vincent, La Faute. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.