Le Petit Minou
Beach Break · Finistère · Beginner → Advanced
Le Petit Minou surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Not great, but surfable around 19h. — Best window: 17h–20h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner —
- Intermediate 43
- Advanced 50
- Waves 2.5 m · 12 s period
- Wind N 22 km/h (gusts 47 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 08:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 21:00
About this spot
A hollow beachbreak 30 minutes from Brest, inevitably crowded on weekends. Rocks on the south side (known as 'les moules').
Spot photos
Le Petit Minou in detail
When to surf here
Works year-round, sweet spot April to November. Picky: quality depends a lot on swell orientation.
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 Le Petit Minou
Is Le Petit Minou suitable for beginners?
Le Petit Minou 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 Le Petit Minou?
The ideal wind at Le Petit Minou comes broadly from North-East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Le Petit Minou?
Around Le Petit Minou, you can also check conditions at Le Conquet, Pen Hat, Lampaul. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.