Galets / Pleine eau · Alpes-Maritimes · Advanced → Charger
Forecast for Monday 31 August
Advanced : Nothing to surf today. Rest those arms.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
The bay of Villefranche. Very occasional surf — needs a big SE storm to fire. A peak generally to the left of the beach with other options around the port when the right swell hits. Spectacular setting.
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.
Villefranche 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 Villefranche comes broadly from North: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Villefranche, you can also check conditions at Èze, Saint-Laurent, Villeneuve-Loubet. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.