[France] Wissant
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- Main Sport: Kitesurfing
- Location: Belgium
- Homespot: Oostende
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- Favorite Brand: Eleveight
- Kite-Range: Can't Kite atm
[France] Wissant
Live View:
Spot Overview:
Wind-Forecast:
Wave-Forecast:
Description:
“Underconstruction"
Video:
Googlemaps-Link:
Googlemaps - Wissant Watersport-Spot
Sport:
Wind-Direction:
In June to August, the predominant wind direction is west to northwest. However, thermal winds can create more north-northeasterly breezes in the afternoon.
Wind-season:
In June to August, Wissant experiences weaker and less consistent winds, averaging 10 to 15 knots. However, thermal winds can increase the wind speed by 5 to 10 knots, especially in the afternoon.
Kiteschool:
School Kite Surf Wissant - Bed&Kite
Wimkite School School Of Kitesurf
Surfschool:
Esn Surf School Paddle Du Nord
Shops:
One Life Surfshop
Beginner suitable:
Yes; Especially those who are interested in riding small waves
Standing Area:
Depending on the tide yes
Deep:
The water is generally shallow, with a gradual slope near the shore. At low tide, sandbanks are exposed, and even at high tide, it’s not very deep close to the beach.
Waves:
The waves are usually moderate, with an average size of 1 to 2 meters. They are smaller in summer and better for beginner to intermediate surfers.
Wave-Season:
The wave season is from October to March, with the biggest waves in winter.
Toilets:
No
Parking:
Few spots in the village center near the promenade
Family suitable:
Absolutely!
Camping:
Camping Municipal La Source **
Restaurants:
“Underconstruction"
Spot Overview:
Wind-Forecast:
Wave-Forecast:
Description:
“Underconstruction"
Video:
► Show more
Googlemaps-Link:
Googlemaps - Wissant Watersport-Spot
Sport:
Kitesurfing | Windsurfing | Surfing | Winging | SUP |
---|---|---|---|---|
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Wind-Direction:
In June to August, the predominant wind direction is west to northwest. However, thermal winds can create more north-northeasterly breezes in the afternoon.
Wind-season:
In June to August, Wissant experiences weaker and less consistent winds, averaging 10 to 15 knots. However, thermal winds can increase the wind speed by 5 to 10 knots, especially in the afternoon.
Kiteschool:
School Kite Surf Wissant - Bed&Kite
Wimkite School School Of Kitesurf
Surfschool:
Esn Surf School Paddle Du Nord
Shops:
One Life Surfshop
Beginner suitable:
Yes; Especially those who are interested in riding small waves
Standing Area:
Depending on the tide yes
Deep:
The water is generally shallow, with a gradual slope near the shore. At low tide, sandbanks are exposed, and even at high tide, it’s not very deep close to the beach.
Waves:
The waves are usually moderate, with an average size of 1 to 2 meters. They are smaller in summer and better for beginner to intermediate surfers.
Wave-Season:
The wave season is from October to March, with the biggest waves in winter.
Toilets:
No
Parking:
Few spots in the village center near the promenade
Family suitable:
Absolutely!
Camping:
Camping Municipal La Source **
Restaurants:
“Underconstruction"