Galets · Alpes-Maritimes · Beginner → Advanced
Forecast for Monday 31 August
Intermediate : Nothing to surf today. Rest those arms.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
The old-town beach of Menton. Waves in a SE swell.
Mostly surfable from late autumn to early spring, during SE or SW storms depending on the spot. Sessions are rare but memorable.
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Pebble beach — watch entries/exits and impacts. Booties useful.
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Menton Sablettes is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
The ideal wind at Menton Sablettes comes broadly from North: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Menton Sablettes, you can also check conditions at Vintimille, Èze, Villefranche. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.