Les Boulassiers
Beach Break · Charente Maritime · Intermediate → Charger
Les Boulassiers surf today
Forecast for Wednesday 14 October
Intermediate : Not great, but surfable around 17h. — Best window: 16h–19h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Intermediate 56
- Advanced 44
- Charger —
- Waves 1.3 m · 10 s period
- Wind E 9 km/h (gusts 21 km/h)
- Tides: ▲ 06:00 · ▽ 13:00 · ▲ 19:00
About this spot
A fallback spot that works at 3m+, when a NW swell wraps around the island to form a long, mellow left accessible to longboarders and laid-back surfers. High tide required.
Spot photos
Les Boulassiers 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 Les Boulassiers
Is Les Boulassiers suitable for beginners?
Les Boulassiers 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 Boulassiers?
The ideal wind at Les Boulassiers comes broadly from South-West: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Les Boulassiers?
Around Les Boulassiers, you can also check conditions at Domino, La Cotinière, Vert Bois. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.