La Bergerie (Hyères)
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Flat, Shallow, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
La Bergerie is a Mediterranean kitesurfing and wingfoil beach on the eastern side of the Giens Peninsula near Hyères. Water is reported as clean and sandy, and the launch area is generally easy only when you can manage the shallow, protected nature of the water and the approach to the narrow strip at the start line. Wind is most favorable from the East through the ESE to SE sector. Typical usable conditions are described in the range of about 15 to 35 knots, with steady gust characteristics. Because the beach is extremely narrow and sits right by a road and nearby buildings, winds blowing onshore from the East can push riders toward fixed structures; wind can also feel more turbulent very close to shore. For kitesurfers, local guidance emphasizes marked zones, a restricted takeoff area, and navigation beyond 300 m buoys. Importantly, kitesurfing is municipally forbidden from June 15 to September 15, when the beach is reserved for swimmers—outside that window, plan around seasonal crowding and potential bather presence. Access is centered on the large free parking area off Avenue de La Bergerie, with advice to arrive early in busier periods for space. The main safety recommendations are to avoid leaving valuables in cars and to launch with an assistant because the beach is too narrow for safe self-launching in many conditions. Water temperatures vary widely through the year, with colder winter sessions and warm summer swimming conditions.
- Shallow, sandy, clean water that supports learning and calmer inshore conditions
- East-wind oriented spot (E/ESE/SE) on the Giens Peninsula
- Free parking at Avenue de La Bergerie with easy vehicle access
- Municipal seasonal restriction for kitesurfing from June 15 to September 15
- Shallow, sandy water with clean conditions
- Works in the East wind sector; well-suited for progressive learning and foil practice (with correct depth)
- Free parking and straightforward access via Avenue de La Bergerie
- Very narrow launch area bordered by road/buildings; extra danger in strong onshore pushes
- Kitesurfing restricted by municipal ban mid-June to mid-September (swimmer use)
- Car theft from valuables reported
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E, ESE, SE
- No-go directions
- N, NNE, NE, ENE, W, WNW, NW, NNW, N, NNE, NE, ENE, W, WNW, NW, NNW, S, SSW, SW, WSW
- Wind Range
- 15–35 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — East-sector winds on the peninsula; conditions vary close to shore due to nearby buildings and a very narrow launch strip.
- Reliability
- High during Mediterranean depressions but infrequent compared to the Mistral.
- Gust Factor
- Steady — Consistently steady wind reported.
- Best Months
- April, May, October, November, December, January, February, March
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 7–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Shallow, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Sources describe small-to-medium wave activity; conditions depend on wind strength and tide.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Chop/waves reported in east-wind conditions.
- Launch
- Small — Narrow sandy strip bounded by road/buildings; access can be tight for launching.
Through the year
Empty in winter; very crowded with tourists in summer when sports are restricted.
Occasional heavy rainfall in October and November; late autumn can bring brief intense Mediterranean storms.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Primary east-wind option on the Giens peninsula; shallow sandy water and generally manageable conditions, but the launch is on a very narrow strip. More onshore/cross-onshore character with chop/waves depending on tide and wind strength.
- Kite Sizes
- 7–12 m²
Bump/jump and wave conditions in strong East winds; used as an alternative when flat-water sessions aren’t available.
- Sail Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Foil-friendly on the sandy bottom, but requires walking past the shallow shore zone to reach deeper water.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes — Foil practice reported as suitable; minimum workable depth is reached after walking out.
- Min Depth
- Approximately 1.0m after walking out 50m
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for La Bergerie (Hyères) in the full forecast view.
La Bergerie (Hyères) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–19 ktsGusts 30 kts
- Direction
- WNW302°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2519 kts
- Windy days
- 2/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.2–1.1 m4s period
- Temperature
- 12–21 °C
Over the next 7 days, La Bergerie (Hyères) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–19 kts, peaking around 19 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 30 kts. The prevailing direction is WNW. Waves run 0.2–1.1 m with a period of about 4s. 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
- Very narrow beach directly bordered by a road and buildings (launching can be difficult and potentially dangerous in strong onshore push)
- Onshore wind push toward buildings
- Proximity to traffic
- Shorebreak during strong East winds
- Moderate drift during sustained strong easterly winds
- Power lines nearby
- Bathers in shoulder season
- Material theft from cars
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal lifeguard presence reported; none year-round at the spot level.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Rescue availability reported as no at the spot level.
- Emergency Info
- Emergency number 112; nearest major hospital in Hyères reported. Rescue availability reported as no/limited at the spot level; regional maritime rescue via SNSM (196) is year-round.
Rules of the spot
Kitesurfing zone marked by signs; must navigate beyond 300m buoys; restricted takeoff area. Municipal ban on kitesurfing from June 15 to September 15 (beach reserved for swimmers). Follow launch-zone signage in winter.
- Municipal ban on kitesurfing from June 15 to September 15 at Plage de la Bergerie.
- Arrive early in high season for parking.
- Do not leave valuables visible in cars.
- Because the beach is very narrow, launch with an assistant (self-launching can be unsafe).
- Check wind carefully—it's directly onshore when blowing from the East.
- In winter, access includes a sandy walk of about 200 m before reaching the spot.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Hyères
- Nearest Town
- Giens
- Parking
- Free parking along Avenue de La Bergerie; it can get crowded even in low season. In high season/very windy days, arrive early. Parking 150m before the beach entrance offers more space for gear setup.
- Access
- From Hyères, drive south to the Giens Peninsula. Take Route de Giens; at the roundabout take the second exit (East) onto Avenue de La Bergerie (large free parking lot). In winter, a ~200m sandy walk is required.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Numerous campsites and small hotels located on the Giens peninsula are reported nearby.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental reported as available (noted as available at major centers on the western side of the peninsula).
- Gear Repair
- Repair shops available in the industrial zone of Hyères.
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 La Bergerie (Hyères)?
The best overall months at La Bergerie (Hyères) are April, May, June, September, October. The best wind months are April, May, October, November, December, January, February, March.
Which wind directions work at La Bergerie (Hyères)?
La Bergerie (Hyères) works with E, ESE, SE winds. No-go directions are N, NNE, NE, ENE, W, WNW, NW, NNW, N, NNE, NE, ENE, W, WNW, NW, NNW, S, SSW, SW, WSW.
What equipment sizes are recommended at La Bergerie (Hyères)?
Recommended equipment sizes at La Bergerie (Hyères): Kitesurfing: 7–12 m² · Windsurfing: 4–6 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–35 kts.
What skill level is La Bergerie (Hyères) suitable for?
La Bergerie (Hyères) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner to Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Beginner to Intermediate.