Penthièvre
Beach break · Morbihan · Beginner → Advanced
Penthièvre surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Give it a shot around 11h. — Best window: 11h–14h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner —
- Intermediate 60
- Advanced 75
- Waves 2.0 m · 12 s period
- Wind NW 16 km/h (gusts 41 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 08:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
Quiberon isthmus, wild coast. Several fallback spots — a long series of beach breaks that work when the main peninsula is too big. Best at low to mid tide on a W/NW swell. Can be very windy.
Spot photos
Penthièvre 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
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 Penthièvre
Is Penthièvre suitable for beginners?
Penthièvre 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 Penthièvre?
The ideal wind at Penthièvre comes broadly from North: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Penthièvre?
Around Penthièvre, you can also check conditions at Plouharnel, Carnac, Port Blanc. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.