Les Sablettes (Mohammedia)
- Freeride, Shortboard
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Ocean, Mixed
- Spot Type
- Crowded
- Crowd Level
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About
Les Sablettes (Mohammedia) is a popular, exposed surf spot on the Atlantic coast with a beach/reef-and-point character, offering both left and right waves. The break is described as sensitive to swell direction but generally holds workable size well, with reports ranging from roughly 1.0–1.5m starting conditions up to around 4m+ on better days. Wave quality is described as good and the spot is known for functioning across a wide tide window (with some reports highlighting mid tide as especially good). One theme across the reports is that ride lengths are usually short on average days, but strong/good sessions can produce much longer connections (including examples of very long rides on the best swell). Safety is an important consideration: submerged and surface rocks plus sea urchins are repeatedly cited hazards, and moderate rip currents can occur near rocky sections—especially when the swell is larger. Crowding can also significantly change conditions; weekdays are often described as having few surfers, while weekends (and summer holidays) can become ultra crowded. Wind-wise, North-East winds are repeatedly associated with the cleanest/offshore conditions for the waves. In warmer months, an afternoon sea-breeze pattern is common (with a cited thermal window around 14:00–18:00), while winter is described as the most consistent period for surfing. Seasonal lifeguards are reported, and overall rescue availability is described as limited—so plan conservatively around crowd peaks and rocky entry zones.
- Exposed, consistent break with both lefts and rights
- North-East winds help create cleaner/offshore conditions
- Wide sandy beach for setup, but rocky/urchin hazards exist
- Very large sandy beach with ample preparation space.
- A consistent exposed break with both left and right waves and strong winter performance.
- North-East winds are repeatedly associated with clean/offshore wave conditions.
- Rocks and sea urchins are reported hazards, particularly near rocky sections.
- Weekend and holiday crowding can be extreme in summer, and rip currents may appear near rocky areas or on larger swells.
- In summer months, strict sport zoning may restrict where surfing/kiting can happen.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NE
- Offshore directions
- NE
- Wind Range
- 12–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — North-East winds are repeatedly cited as optimal for wave conditions; sea-breeze support is common in warmer months.
- Reliability
- medium
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Reported as light-gusts.
- Best Months
- January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean, Mixed
- Beach
- Sand — Sand is the dominant beach composition, with rocky patches at ends/sections.
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Medium — Reports commonly describe medium wave sizes, with the spot capable of much larger waves on the upper end (up to about 4m+).
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Chop can be present depending on wind and swell; North-East/offshore winds are reported to improve conditions.
- Launch
- Medium — A wide sandy beach with ample space for preparation, though rocky outcrops exist at certain sections.
Through the year
Few surfers on weekdays, but ultra-crowded on weekends; peak crowding reported in July and August. The beach is also described as too crowded in summer.
November to March.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Mentioned as usable primarily outside the summer peak crowding period when the beach is less busy with swimmers.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
The open beach can provide space for wingfoiling, but riders should be mindful of the surf zone and scattered rocks.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Foil friendliness is reported as limited.
- Min Depth
- 1.5m
- Wing Sizes
- 5–6 m²
An exposed beach/reef-and-point style break in Mohammedia that works across a wide tide window, commonly associated with winter consistency. It offers both left and right waves, and can hold size up to around 4m+ on the better swell days.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- N, NW, SW, S
- Swell Height
- 1–4 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Multiple sources point to all tides (and some specifically note mid tide as best).
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed surf with limited shelter influence; described as an exposed reef/point break.
- Wind Effect
- North-East winds are reported to provide the cleanest/offshore conditions for the waves; glassier conditions are mentioned in forecast-style notes.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size well up to about 4m, becoming more powerful and more challenging as swell and crowd intensity increase.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Wave quality is repeatedly described as good.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Often described as powerful/fast and powerful on workable swell.
- Wave Shape
- Mixed — Wave shape is described as mixed (with at least one report describing peeling waves).
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Reported as medium peel speed.
- Ride Length
- Short — Reports conflict slightly: normal rides are described as short (< 50m), but good days can produce much longer rides; typical/recorded good-day connections are ~300–500m.
- Typical Ride Length
- 300–500 m
- Ride Length Details
- Normal rides are often under 50m, but better days can connect for much longer (reports mention ~300–500m on good days).
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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
- Submerged rocks
- Sea urchins
- Rip currents
- Heavy crowds on weekends
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Lifeguard presence is reported as seasonal.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue availability is reported as limited (typically supported by seasonal lifeguards during peak periods).
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospitals are located in Mohammedia city center, approximately 10-15 minutes away.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Mild localism is reported.
Rules of the spot
In summer months (July–August), strict sport zoning can apply, with surfing and kiting restricted to protect swimmers. Follow local signage/roaming spotters and obey any lane/zone rules.
- Swimming zones in summer
- High density of beachgoers on weekends
- Summer sport zoning may restrict surfing/kiting to specific areas or times
- Try to surf on weekdays to avoid heavy weekend crowding.
- Wear booties if you plan to enter/ride near rocky sections to reduce urchin stings.
- Be cautious of moderate rip currents near rocky sections, especially on larger swells.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Mohammedia
- Nearest Town
- Mohammedia
- Nearest Airport
- Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
- Parking
- Paid parking is available along the beach road and in designated lots.
- Public Transport
- ONCF train network with a station in Mohammedia; local Grand Taxis provide frequent transport between the city center and the northern beach strip.
- Access
- Reachable by car; instant access on foot is reported.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Arabic, French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Numerous apartments, hotels, and guesthouses in Mohammedia and the surrounding beach area.
- Food & Drink
- Several beach clubs, cafes, and waterfront restaurants offering local and international cuisine are reported.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental is available at local surf schools and small shops along the promenade; specialized wind-sport rentals may require pre-arrangement.
- Gear Storage
- Storage is offered by some local surf schools for regular members.
- Gear Repair
- Basic board repairs available at local surf shops in Mohammedia.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Les Sablettes (Mohammedia)?
The best overall months at Les Sablettes (Mohammedia) are January, February, March, April, October, November, December. The best wind months are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Les Sablettes (Mohammedia)?
Les Sablettes (Mohammedia) works with N, NE winds. Offshore directions are NE.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Les Sablettes (Mohammedia)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Les Sablettes (Mohammedia): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Wingfoiling: 5–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–20 kts.
What skill level is Les Sablettes (Mohammedia) suitable for?
Les Sablettes (Mohammedia) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Beginner.