Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Mixed
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures) is an exposed Mediterranean breakwater surf spot where southern swells can organize rideable peaks, but sessions are typically short and punchy. Conditions often involve chop and small waves, and the spot’s feel is strongly shaped by the breakwater structure and the nearby harbor environment. A consistent upside is that north winds tend to act offshore, smoothing the wave face and improving grooming. For wave size/strength, one guide places the more workable swell window around roughly 0.5 to 1.5 meters for better rideability, with wave shape described as mixed. On very large storm swells, the break can turn messy and close out. Safety is a primary consideration: hazards include rocks near the jetty and breakwater structure, with additional concerns from harbor traffic and potential water-quality degradation after heavy rain. Local practice also emphasizes summer swimmer priority and restrictions around designated swimming zones and harbor channels. Across the year, the strongest swell-and-wind coupling is described as requiring specific winter storm setups for waves, while wind patterns can be more favorable in late-year months. Water is typically cool in winter (around the low teens °C) and warm enough for lighter suits in summer, with spring/summer generally supported by seasonal wetsuit guidance and periodic weak sea-breeze development.
- Exposed breakwater that can organize peaks under southern swells
- North winds act offshore and smooth the face
- Rocks near the jetty/breakwater are the key hazard—plan accordingly
- Exposed breakwater can form rideable peaks with southern swells
- North winds are offshore and can smooth the wave face
- Shallow-to-rocky launch zone is described with a defined sandy strip near the breakwater
- Local services (showers/toilets/food/drinks) are available
- Rocks and breakwater/harbor structures create real hazards
- Limited rescue availability
- Can get messy and close out on very large storm swells
- Wind/wave connection can be situation-dependent in winter
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NNE, NW
- Offshore directions
- N
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Frontal pattern described by one provider; also weak afternoon sea-breeze can occur seasonally.
- Reliability
- Low to moderate; requires specific winter storms for waves
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gusts reported.
- Best Months
- October, November, October, December, January, February, March
- Shadow Zones
- Turbulent wind can occur immediately behind the Port Miramar jetty (nearby structure influence noted).
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Mixed
- Beach
- Sand — Sand is reported for the beach composition, with rocks present near the breakwater/jetty.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Small waves with chop.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Chop reported at the spot.
- Launch
- Small — Narrow sandy strip near the breakwater.
Through the year
High during July and August; quiet during winter months.
October to December can experience heavy Mediterranean storms
By sport
What to expect for each.
Freeride conditions in the bay, but the launch is better suited for experienced riders due to the narrow beach and nearby harbor walls.
- Sail Sizes
- 5–7 m²
Possible in the bay, though the shore area is shallow and foilers often prefer wider launches at nearby beaches.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Foil friendly is reported as limited due to shallow shore conditions.
- Min Depth
- Approximately 1 meter after 50 meters from shore
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Exposed breakwater surf break producing chop and small waves; best known for grooming under northern offshore winds with southern swells producing rideable peaks.
- Optimal Swell
- S
- Swell Height
- 0.5–1.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Breakwater positioning provides some organization versus fully open coast, but the spot is still described as exposed.
- Wind Effect
- North winds act as offshore, smoothing the face of the waves.
- Bigger Swell
- Can become messy and close out on very large storm swells.
- Wave Quality
- Average — Average wave quality; rating guidance also suggests limited wave quality.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Wave power reported as moderate; also described as producing chop and small waves.
- Wave Shape
- Mixed — Mixed shape; exposed breakwater setup with chop.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peels at a medium speed.
- Ride Length
- Short — Short, punchy waves that break close to the sand and breakwater structure.
- Ride Length Details
- Short, punchy waves that break close to the sand and breakwater structure.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures) in the full forecast view.
Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–16 ktsGusts 28 kts
- Direction
- NW312°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2416 kts
- Windy days
- 2/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.2–1.2 m4s period
- Temperature
- 12–21 °C
Over the next 7 days, Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–16 kts, peaking around 16 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 28 kts. The prevailing direction is NW. Waves run 0.2–1.2 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
- Rocks near the jetty and breakwater structure
- Breakwater structures
- Harbor traffic nearby
- Pollution after heavy rain
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal lifeguards reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited
- Emergency Info
- Nearest medical facilities located in La Londe-les-Maures town center
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild
Rules of the spot
Priority is usually given to swimmers in summer months; nautical sports are restricted to designated zones outside the swimming areas. No surfing within harbor channels.
- Seasonal swimming zones
- No surfing within harbor channels
- Watch out for submerged rocks near the jetty.
- Check water quality after significant rainfall as runoff can occur.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Hyères
- Nearest Town
- La Londe-les-Maures
- Nearest Airport
- Toulon-Hyères Airport (TLN)
- Parking
- Public parking available near the port and the beach entrance.
- Public Transport
- Regional buses connect La Londe-les-Maures with Hyères and Toulon (car recommended for transporting gear between coastal points).
- Local Language
- French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Various campsites, holiday apartments, and hotels in the Port Miramar and Bormettes area.
- Food & Drink
- Several restaurants and snack bars are located along the port front.
- Equipment Rental:
- Rental shops are primarily located at Port Miramar or neighboring beaches.
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 Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures)?
The best overall months at Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures) are November, October, September, August, July, June, May, April, March, February, January, December. The best wind months are October, November, October, December, January, February, March.
Which wind directions work at Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures)?
Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures) works with N, NNE, NW winds. Offshore directions are N.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures): Windsurfing: 5–7 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–25 kts.
What skill level is Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures) suitable for?
Les Bormettes (La Londe-les-Maures) suits these riding levels: Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Intermediate.