Mers-les-Bains
Galets · Somme · Beginner → Advanced
Mers-les-Bains surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Slim pickings. Only if you're desperate. — Best window: 8h–11h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner 45
- Intermediate 35
- Advanced —
- Waves 1.1 m · 9 s period
- Wind NW 16 km/h (gusts 46 km/h)
- Tides: ▲ 03:00 · ▽ 10:00 · ▲ 15:00
About this spot
Colourful town, pebble beach between chalk cliffs. Sand banks at low tide can produce nice waves. Impressive cliff architecture and a historic seaside resort atmosphere.
Spot photos
Mers-les-Bains in detail
When to surf here
Best from September to March, when large Atlantic depressions send a swell into the Channel.
Beginner → Advanced
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Access & landmarks
Pebble beach — watch entries/exits and impacts. Booties useful.
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 Mers-les-Bains
What tide is best for surfing Mers-les-Bains?
Mers-les-Bains usually works best around mid-tide. The tide shapes the sandbanks and the depth over the reef, so check the day's tide times before your session.
Is Mers-les-Bains suitable for beginners?
Mers-les-Bains 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 Mers-les-Bains?
The ideal wind at Mers-les-Bains comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Mers-les-Bains?
Around Mers-les-Bains, you can also check conditions at Le Tréport, Ault, Cayeux. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.