Saint-Denis-d'Oléron
Point break · Charente Maritime · Beginner → Advanced
St-Denis surf today
Forecast for Wednesday 14 October
Intermediate : Give it a shot around 18h. — Best window: 17h–20h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner 64
- Intermediate 68
- Advanced 53
- Waves 1.3 m · 10 s period
- Wind E 9 km/h (gusts 23 km/h)
- Tides: ▲ 06:00 · ▽ 13:00 · ▲ 19:00
About this spot
A popular fallback spot with a long left near the harbour wall.
Spot photos
St-Denis 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 St-Denis
Is St-Denis suitable for beginners?
St-Denis 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 St-Denis?
The ideal wind at St-Denis 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 St-Denis?
Around St-Denis, you can also check conditions at Domino, La Cotinière, Vert Bois. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.