Pors Nevez
- Shortboard
- Best for
- Advanced to Expert
- Skill Level
- Chop
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Pors Nevez is a sheltered beach-and-reef surfing spot on the Perros-Guirec coast in Brittany. The break is suited to experienced surfers looking for short, fun waves that can offer both left and right sections. It is described as working best around mid tide, including mid-to-falling tide, and typically starts around a swell height of about 1.5–2 m when conditions are lined up. For surf, the most favorable swell direction is reported as north-west to west, with the spot able to hold up better than some alternatives when other breaks start closing out. When swell is strong enough to wrap into the cove, Pors Nevez can maintain quality; however, it may require a more substantial swell for the waves to properly enter the cove. Wind-wise, south (and south-east) winds are reported as offshore at this spot, helping to clean up the wave face. Typical winter conditions are described with moderate gustiness and a common wind range of roughly 15–25 knots, though day-to-day reliability depends on seasonal storm activity. Safety and access are key here: the riding area includes rocks and submerged reef, so it is specifically noted as not recommended at low tide due to rock exposure. Localism is also a factor—priority is typically given to local riders, and you should respect established peaks. Weekend crowding can reach very high levels, so planning around tide and timing is advised.
- Sheltered beach-and-reef break
- Offshore south/south-east winds
- Best working swell: west to west-northwest (around 1.5–2 m)
- Sheltered beach-and-reef break
- Offshore south/south-east winds can clean up the wave face
- Works when west-northwest swell lines up; holds up well on bigger swell
- Rock and submerged reef hazards; avoid low tide
- Localism—priority is usually given to local riders
- Weekend crowd can become very heavy
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- S, SSE
- Offshore directions
- S
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Gradient — Gradient/pressure-driven pattern reported for this spot.
- Reliability
- Moderate; depends on seasonal storm activity.
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Reported gustiness level: moderate gusts.
- Shadow Zones
- Sheltered from West and North-West winds by surrounding cliffs and points.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop
- Beach
- Sand — Sand reported; also described as sandy with rock (mixed sand/rock bottom).
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small — Small to medium waves; works well starting around 1.5–2 m swell.
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Chop reported; can affect conditions depending on wind and tide.
- Launch
- Small — Narrow beach area with rocks on both sides; access typically from the eastern end of the main city beach.
Through the year
Can become very crowded on weekends and during good winter swells.
Rain and storms are frequent from November through March.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Sheltered beach-and-reef break with short, fun waves; breaks both left and right and works best around mid tide (often mid-to-falling).
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- NW, W
- Swell Height
- 1.5–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Mid tide; also described as best on mid-to-falling tide.
- Shelter
- Sheltered — Sheltered by surrounding cliffs/points.
- Wind Effect
- South winds are offshore and clean up the face of the wave.
- Bigger Swell
- Requires a significant swell to wrap into the cove; holds up well when other spots are closing out.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Wave quality reported as good.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Ordinary/fun power described; generally moderate.
- Wave Shape
- Mixed — Mixed shape reported (and wave breaks left and right).
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peel speed reported as medium.
- Ride Length
- Short — Short, punchy rides.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50 m
- Ride Length Details
- Typically under 50 meters; can reach longer rides on exceptional days (reported up to about 150 meters).
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Pors Nevez in the full forecast view.
Pors Nevez wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–25 ktsGusts 44 kts
- Direction
- SW234°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2425 kts
- Windy days
- 4/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.7–4.2 m10s period
- Temperature
- 9–18 °C
Over the next 7 days, Pors Nevez is forecast for daytime winds of 3–25 kts, peaking around 25 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 44 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.7–4.2 m with a period of about 10s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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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 on the beach and submerged rocks/reef
- Submerged reef
- Localism
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguard presence reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No rescue availability reported specifically for this spot.
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate — Moderate localism; local riders typically get priority.
Rules of the spot
Priority is usually given to local riders; respect the established peaks.
- Not recommended at low tide due to rock exposure.
- Check the tide carefully as rocks can become dangerous as the water drops.
- This spot can be a better alternative when other nearby areas become too messy or oversized.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Lannion
- Nearest Town
- Perros-Guirec
- Parking
- Use the main public parking areas for Trestraou beach.
- Access
- Instant access (< 5min walking distance), located at the east of Trestraou behind a small point (east end of the Trestraou beach area).
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Numerous hotels and seasonal rentals are available in Perros-Guirec.
- Food & Drink
- Many cafes and restaurants located within walking distance at the Trestraou beachfront.
- Equipment Rental:
- Surf shops in the main town area offer rentals, though not located directly at this specific cove.
- Gear Storage
- No specific storage details for this spot.
- Gear Repair
- No specific repair details for this spot.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Pors Nevez?
The best overall months at Pors Nevez are September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April.
Which wind directions work at Pors Nevez?
Pors Nevez works with S, SSE winds. Offshore directions are S.
What skill level is Pors Nevez suitable for?
Pors Nevez suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced to Expert.