Greve Rose (Tregastel)
- Freeride, Shortboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Flat, Chop
- Spot Type
- 15–30 kts
- Wind Range
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About
Greve Rose (Trégastel) is a tidal sandy beach with clean water and a rocky pink-granite environment. For wind sports, the water is typically shallow and ranges from flat to chop, with changing depth and access between tide stages. Kitesurfing is the primary focus: winds are strongest from the SW through NW sector, and the spot can deliver flat-to-choppy freeride conditions depending on the tide. Multiple descriptions emphasize that the rocky bottom and sharp rocks require extra caution and careful self-management (including tide-aware planning). Surfing is more inconsistent. It’s described as a fairly exposed beach break that does not work very often, with additional limitations from the rocky bottom and small shore break. When conditions line up, it’s best at high tide with west swell, with an overall average wave quality and generally short rides. Seasonally, wind and swell expectations vary across the year: one guide notes summer for the wider season, while another indicates autumn and winter can be most consistent for wind and swell. Regardless of season, the key safety theme remains the same—plan for rocks, monitor the tide closely, and be prepared for self-rescue.
- Pink granite rock scenery and rocky shoreline hazards
- Kitesurfing-focused spot with SW–NW wind directions
- Surf is possible but infrequent and best at high tide with west swell
- Clean water and generally tidal, changing conditions.
- Best suited to kitesurfing with winds from the SW to NW sector.
- Can offer flat-to-choppy water for freeride and freestyle depending on tide.
- Rocks are a persistent hazard (including sharp granite rocks along the water/edges).
- Unsupervised beach conditions and no consistent rescue presence reported.
- Surf works infrequently and is limited by swell exposure and a rocky bottom.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW
- Wind Range
- 15–30 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Front/Atlantic airflow from the West to North-West sector.
- Reliability
- High during autumn and winter months
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gustiness reported.
- Best Months
- January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 7–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Chop
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach with tidal character.
- Beach Size
- Tidal
- Waves
- Small — Surf wave size described as small.
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Water described as chop; another provider notes flat to choppy.
- Launch
- Medium — Moderate self-launch with tidal access; wide sandy launch area increases with receding tide.
Through the year
Quiet in winter; very crowded with tourists and swimmers in July and August.
Rain is frequent from late autumn through early spring (late autumn and winter prone to Atlantic depressions and heavy rainfall).
By sport
What to expect for each.
Flat-water to choppy conditions depending on tide; suitable for freeride and wave/freestyle practice. Rocky bottom requires caution; best wind directions are SW to NW.
- Kite Sizes
- 7–12 m²
Suitable for wind in western winds; scattered rocks require careful navigation.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.5–6.5 m²
Good for foiling at mid-to-high tide; riders must be wary of submerged rocks near shore.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes — Foiling suitability indicated as yes.
- Min Depth
- Approximately 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
A fairly exposed beach break that does not work very often; best enjoyed during winter when Atlantic depressions are strongest (per provided descriptions). Rocky bottom and small shore break can limit rideability.
- Optimal Swell
- W
- Swell Height
- 1.5–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- High — High tide is preferred.
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Semi-sheltered to exposed character reported; multiple descriptions indicate an exposed beach break overall.
- Wind Effect
- Works best with light offshore or no wind; can be adversely affected in strong western winds.
- Bigger Swell
- Can close out on very large swells.
- Wave Quality
- Average — Wave quality reported as average.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Wave power described as moderate.
- Wave Shape
- Mushy — Wave shape described as mushy.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peel speed reported as medium.
- Ride Length
- Short — Ride length reported as short.
- Ride Length Details
- Short rides reported; rocky bottom and small shore break can limit rideability.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Greve Rose (Tregastel) in the full forecast view.
Greve Rose (Tregastel) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–28 ktsGusts 45 kts
- Direction
- SW234°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2428 kts
- Windy days
- 4/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.7–4.3 m10s period
- Temperature
- 9–18 °C
Over the next 7 days, Greve Rose (Tregastel) is forecast for daytime winds of 4–28 kts, peaking around 28 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 45 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.7–4.3 m with a period of about 10s. 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
- Sharp pink granite rocks scattered along the edges and in the water
- Strong tidal currents (especially near rocky outcrops)
- Submerged obstacles
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — Lifeguard presence described as none in the provided spot info; another source notes seasonal lifeguards.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Rescue availability reported as no; regional context indicates limited maritime rescue services.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major medical facility: Lannion Hospital (noted as nearest major facility). In case of emergency, dial 112 (general) or 196 (sea rescue).
- Localism / Vibe
- None — Localism described as none.
Rules of the spot
No designated sport zone; unsupervised conditions. (Summer seasonal restrictions may apply during peak beach hours.)
- Dogs prohibited June 1–Sept 30
- Summer seasonal zones (may restrict kite/wind sports during peak beach hours)
- Be careful with the rocks: they are everywhere and can be sharp.
- Check tide charts carefully; the beach changes substantially between low and high tide.
- Best at mid tide for more space (kite safety note).
- Self-rescue may be required due to the rocky bottom.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Tré··gastel
- Nearest Town
- Lannion
- Parking
- Parking available at the beach; public parking near Plage de la Grève Rose can fill quickly in summer.
- Access
- From Brest: drive east on N12 to Morlaix, then D786 northeast to Lannion, then north to Trégastel. Access Grève Rose via the street in front of the Trégastel nautical club or at the end of Avenue de la Grève Blanche.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Campsites and small hotels in Trégastel; additional options in nearby towns.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental availability reported as limited locally; better to check in Lannion. Spot-level info also indicates kitesurf/wingfoil rentals via local operations.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Greve Rose (Tregastel)?
The best overall months at Greve Rose (Tregastel) are June, July, August. The best wind months are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Greve Rose (Tregastel)?
Greve Rose (Tregastel) works with SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Greve Rose (Tregastel)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Greve Rose (Tregastel): Kitesurfing: 7–12 m² · Windsurfing: 4.5–6.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–30 kts.
What skill level is Greve Rose (Tregastel) suitable for?
Greve Rose (Tregastel) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Intermediate to Advanced.