Le Fozo (Morbihan)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Le Fozo is an exposed beach break on the Morbihan coast (Brittany), known for fairly consistent surf that—when conditions align—can deliver powerful, often hollow waves. The break typically works for both left and right-hand rides, and its best performance is tied closely to high tide. For surf quality, northeast winds are favored because they act offshore and help groom the swell into cleaner faces. The ideal swell comes from the southwest, and sources note that the spot can become flat in summer when swell and/or wind alignment are less favorable. Ride length is generally short and fast, with the most hollow, energetic sections showing up around the right tide and swell mix. Seasonally, spring is the key window for getting consistent, more surfable conditions—especially March. Clean, rideable waves are reported to occur about 32% of the time in March, while the wind can be blown out around 51% of the time, so choosing the right day matters. Autumn is also described as offering more consistent swell and offshore wind setup. Safety-wise, this is a no-swimming spot. Dangerous baïnes/currents (rip currents and strong shorebreak are specifically noted) make swimming strictly prohibited. Always check the tide (the wave quality can close out quickly at lower levels) and be aware that the walk from parking can be steep in sections.
- Exposed beach break with both left and right-hand waves
- Northeast offshore winds groom the swell
- Best around high tide; March is the strongest monthly anchor
- Consistent exposed beach break in the right season with left and right-hand waves
- Northeast winds can groom the swell into clean faces
- High tide and the right swell window can produce powerful, often hollow surf
- Swimming is strictly forbidden due to dangerous currents (baïnes/rip currents)
- Spot is highly exposed; conditions can be blown out when winds shift westerly
- Waves can close out quickly if the tide/swell alignment isn’t right
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NE
- Offshore directions
- NE
- Wind Type
- Mixed — Northeast (and sometimes east) winds suited to grooming the swell; sources also describe the pattern as a mixed wind regime.
- Reliability
- Moderate (can be blown out by westerly Atlantic winds); also reported as 51% blown out and 32% clean in March.
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Gust factor described as moderate.
- Best Months
- March, April, May
- Shadow Zones
- Generally very exposed; cliffs can provide slight shelter from very strong northerly winds.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Wave size reported as medium.
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Water type is described as chop.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach accessible via paths from coastal road parking areas.
Through the year
Busy in July and August; quiet during winter weekdays.
Winter months from November to February see frequent Atlantic storms.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed beach break with fairly consistent surf; typically offers both left and right-hand waves. Works best at high tide with northeast winds and southwest swells; summer can be mostly flat.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- SW
- Swell Height
- 0.5–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- High — High tide is best.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed coastline; little shelter.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore northeast winds groom the swell into cleaner faces; northeast winds preferred.
- Bigger Swell
- Can close out quickly when swell exceeds about 2.5 meters.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Wave quality described as good.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Moderate wave power is reported.
- Wave Shape
- Hollow — Waves can be hollow when conditions align.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peel speed described as medium.
- Ride Length
- Short — Rides are described as short and fast, with powerful hollow sections.
- Ride Length Details
- Fast, short rides that can be quite powerful and hollow.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Le Fozo (Morbihan) in the full forecast view.
Le Fozo (Morbihan) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–26 ktsGusts 39 kts
- Direction
- WSW239°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2426 kts
- Windy days
- 4/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.5–2.6 m9s period
- Temperature
- 8–17 °C
Over the next 7 days, Le Fozo (Morbihan) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–26 kts, peaking around 26 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 39 kts. The prevailing direction is WSW. Waves run 0.5–2.6 m with a period of about 9s. 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
- Rip currents
- Strong shorebreak
- Rocks at ends of the beach
- Submerged obstacles
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Spot-level rescue availability reported as no; emergency numbers still provided for general/maritime rescue.
- Emergency Info
- Call 112 for general emergencies or 196 for maritime rescue (CROSS).
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Localism described as mild.
Rules of the spot
Swimming is strictly forbidden due to dangerous baïnes/currents; surf is the primary activity.
- Swimming often prohibited/strictly forbidden
- Check the tide—conditions can close out quickly at low tide
- The walk from parking can be steep in some sections
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Vannes
- Nearest Town
- Arzon
- Nearest Airport
- Lorient Bretagne Sud Airport (LRT)
- Parking
- Dedicated parking lots along the D200 coastal road; requires a short walk to the beach.
- Access
- Accessible via paths from the coastal road parking areas (Quiberon Peninsula / Côte Sauvage).
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Various campsites and hotels are available in Saint-Pierre-Quiberon and Quiberon town (also supported by the wider area’s accommodation options).
- Food & Drink
- Seasonal snack bars and restaurants are located in nearby towns.
- Equipment Rental:
- Surf shops located in the center of Quiberon and Saint-Pierre-Quiberon; equipment rental available.
- Gear Repair
- Surf shops in nearby towns can help with board and equipment repair.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Dramatic cliffside trails along the western coast of the Quiberon Peninsula (nearby activity for the area).
Coastal hiking on the GR34 (area-wide nearby route).
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Le Fozo (Morbihan)?
The best overall months at Le Fozo (Morbihan) are March, April, May.
Which wind directions work at Le Fozo (Morbihan)?
Le Fozo (Morbihan) works with NE winds. Offshore directions are NE.
What skill level is Le Fozo (Morbihan) suitable for?
Le Fozo (Morbihan) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate.