Ceron (Anse Belleville)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Anse Céron (also known as Ceron) is a fairly exposed beach and reef surfing spot on Martinique’s north coast near Le Prêcheur, characterized by a narrow stretch of black volcanic sand backed by vegetation. Surf is described as consistent, with both beach and reef sections that can produce hollow wave shapes. It tends to work best during the winter swell window, with multiple sources pointing to December through March (and extending into April) for the strongest, most consistent conditions. Wind is most favorable from the east/Southeast sectors, providing offshore grooming that helps the waves hold their shape. The spot’s main challenge is safety and access: the shoreline environment includes rocks and coral patches, and hazards also include shore break and potentially strong rip currents during larger swells. On bigger days the break can become heavy and more difficult, and extra caution is advised around the ends of the beach where rocks are present. Access is remote and logistically difficult: reaching the beach involves an unpaved road in poor condition and crossing private farmland. An entry fee of about 2.50€ per car is reported for the farmland crossing, and there are no on-site lifeguards. Visitors should plan accordingly (including sun protection for the hot black sand) and bring appropriate safety gear for reef/rock hazards.
- Consistent beach and reef break with hollow sections
- Black volcanic sand setting
- Offshore grooming in east/Southeast wind
- Consistent north-coast beach and reef break with hollow sections reported.
- Clean-to-good wave quality when winds are offshore.
- Black volcanic sand and a remote, natural feel.
- Difficult access via very poor unpaved road and private farmland crossing (entry fee required).
- Hazardous environment with rocks/coral and potential rip currents on larger swells.
- Exposed setting with shore break risk when waves build.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E, SE
- Offshore directions
- SE, E
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Prevailing trade winds (Alizés) influencing conditions; spot winds align with SE/east sectors.
- Reliability
- high
- Gust Factor
- Steady
- Best Months
- December, January, February, March, April
- Shadow Zones
- Trees along the shoreline can create wind shadows for wind sports.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Black volcanic sand reported.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Medium size waves reported; can become heavier with shore break on bigger sets.
- Launch
- Small — Narrow beach / launch area on black volcanic sand.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Reported as moderate; accessing the beach is complicated by road and private property crossing.
Through the year
Quiet on weekdays; can be popular with local surfers on weekends.
June to November (wet season with potential hurricane activity).
By sport
What to expect for each.
Fairly exposed beach and reef break with quite consistent surf; works best during the winter/spring swell period and can become heavy with shore break on bigger sets.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- N, NE, NW
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed north-coast beach/reef setting.
- Wind Effect
- East and Southeast winds provide offshore conditions that groom the waves.
- Bigger Swell
- Can become heavy and challenging with significant shore break; the spot picks up north swell and can produce fast, hollow waves.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Beautiful black sand setting; wave quality generally described as good.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Consistent and powerful with some hollow sections reported.
- Wave Shape
- Hollow
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Medium — Short-to-medium rides depending on the bank and swell direction.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Short to medium rides depending on the bank and swell direction.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Ceron (Anse Belleville) in the full forecast view.
Ceron (Anse Belleville) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 7–13 ktsGusts 26 kts
- Direction
- E97°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2513 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.8–1.0 m8s period
- Temperature
- 27–32 °C
Over the next 7 days, Ceron (Anse Belleville) is forecast for daytime winds of 7–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 26 kts. The prevailing direction is E. Waves run 0.8–1.0 m with a period of about 8s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- rocks
- coral
- rip currents possible during larger swells
- shore break
- submerged rocks and coral patches near reef sections
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — No dedicated on-site lifeguards; rescue is coordinated for remote maritime incidents.
- Emergency Info
- No dedicated on-site lifeguards at these remote beaches; maritime rescue is coordinated by CROSSAG. Emergency number 112.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — Localism is described as none at the spot level.
Rules of the spot
Private property access is required to reach the beach; use the documented entry route and fee where applicable.
- Private property access required
- Access is difficult via a very poor unpaved road and requires crossing private farmland; there is an entry fee of about 2.50€ per car.
- Black sand can become extremely hot in strong sun; consider footwear and sun protection.
- Watch out for rocks at both ends of the beach; avoid getting pushed onto rocks during higher/stronger sets.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Saint-Pierre
- Nearest Town
- Le Prêcheur
- Parking
- Roadside parking by the D10 coast road; parking area near the access path. Entry/entry fee reported as 2.50€ per car for crossing farmer's land.
- Access
- Unpaved road access in very poor condition; reach the beach at the end of the road north from Le Prêcheur.
- Local Language
- French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Far — Limited to small gîtes, eco-lodges, and seasonal rentals in the broader northern area; more formal hotels are farther south in Saint-Pierre or Schœlcher.
- Food & Drink
- Occasional local food vendors nearby, but it is best to bring your own supplies.
- Equipment Rental:
- Very limited immediate vicinity; bring your own gear or rent from shops farther south if needed.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
The northern tip of Martinique is rugged and volcanic, with dense rainforest and dramatic black-sand coastlines.
A scenic coastal trail through lush jungle connecting several remote black sand beaches.
An old sugar estate featuring a historic park with a giant 300-year-old Zamana tree and chocolate workshops.
The 'Pompeii of the Caribbean,' showing the remains of the city destroyed by the 1902 eruption of Montagne Pelée.
Challenging hike to the summit of Martinique's active volcano with panoramic island views.
Local Creole cuisine in Le Prêcheur, serving fresh fish and traditional accras.
Safe, shaded botanical walks suitable for all ages within the Habitation Céron estate.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Ceron (Anse Belleville)?
The best overall months at Ceron (Anse Belleville) are December, January, February, March, April.
Which wind directions work at Ceron (Anse Belleville)?
Ceron (Anse Belleville) works with E, SE winds. Offshore directions are SE, E.
What skill level is Ceron (Anse Belleville) suitable for?
Ceron (Anse Belleville) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate to Advanced.