Les alassins
Beach Break · Charente Maritime · Beginner → Advanced
Les alassins 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 50
- Advanced 88
- Waves 2.0 m · 13 s period
- Wind NW 10 km/h (gusts 45 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 07:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
A very popular spot where you'll find a surf school. There's room for everyone. Best at Vert-Bois but you can look for another peak to the south towards the naturist beach.
Spot photos
Les alassins 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
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 Les alassins
Is Les alassins suitable for beginners?
Les alassins 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 Les alassins?
The ideal wind at Les alassins 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 Les alassins?
Around Les alassins, you can also check conditions at Plaisance, Saint-Trojan, La Cotinière. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.