Quiberville
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Quiberville is a tidal, Normandy coast spot with clean water and a broad sandy launch area at low tide, but conditions vary strongly with the tide. Riders can expect chop and small waves, and launch/entry becomes more challenging at higher water levels due to a mix of pebbles and shoreline features. For kitesurfing, the spot is positioned for intermediate riders and typically works best with west through north-west winds (including W, WNW, and NW). A mandatory, marked kite zone is in place, and on-water movement requires extra care because currents can be quite strong in this English Channel environment. Windsurfing is also an intermediate option, generally favoring the same WSW-to-NW wind range and lending itself to bump and jump riding. However, the pebbled upper beach and sea wall can create fin/footing challenges for high-tide sessions—timing your launch and protecting your feet matters. Wingfoiling is possible when the water is deep enough over the sand (mid-to-low tide is favored), while surfing is only occasional and generally poor-quality, with waves highly sensitive to onshore wind chop. Across the season, sea rescue is available but described as limited, and lifeguards are seasonal; plan conservatively and avoid situations where currents or shallow sandbanks can trap you.
- Broad sandy beach at low tide with extensive riding space
- Significant tide-driven depth and condition changes
- Works best in W to NW wind directions for kitesurfing and windsurfing
- Marked and signposted kite zone (mandatory)
- Wide sandy beach at low tide creates generous riding space.
- Good for intermediate kitesurfing and windsurfing with W to NW wind support.
- Kite zone is marked and signposted (mandatory), improving on-site safety organization.
- Currents can be strong (tide-driven English Channel flows).
- Water depth and launch conditions change significantly with tide.
- Surf is usually low quality and wind-sensitive.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, WSW, WNW, NW, N
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Frontal Atlantic/English Channel influence (with some seasonal sea-breeze potential in summer, but not always the primary source).
- Reliability
- moderate
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gustiness reported.
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
- Shadow Zones
- Cliffs to the west can create turbulence or wind shadows in West-Southwest directions.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop
- Beach
- Mixed — Sandy beach at low tide; pebble-lined areas at the upper beach depending on tide.
- Beach Size
- Tidal
- Waves
- Small — Small to medium waves reported depending on conditions.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Chop conditions are common.
- Launch
- Big — Large sandy area exposed at low tide; transitions to steep pebbles and shoreline features at high tide.
Through the year
Busy in July and August with tourists; quiet during the rest of the year.
November to March (more frequent Atlantic storms and higher winds).
By sport
What to expect for each.
Intermediate-level kitesurfing with chop and small waves; broad sandy riding space at low tide and better handling from WSW to NW.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Intermediate conditions on the Alabaster Coast with bump/chop and small waves; works best with WSW to NW winds.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.5–6.5 m²
Better at mid-to-low tide when the water is deep enough over the sand and flatter than open sea; avoid the peak of low tide if sandbanks get too shallow.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Occasional wind-swell waves; can work for longboarding or beginners when conditions align, but overall quality is rarely high.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- W, NW
- Swell Height
- 1–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid
- Shelter
- Exposed — Open coast exposure.
- Wind Effect
- Highly sensitive to onshore winds which create significant chop.
- Bigger Swell
- Tends to close out when swell exceeds about 2 meters.
- Wave Quality
- Poor
- Wave Power
- Soft
- Wave Shape
- Mushy
- Peel Speed
- Slow
- Ride Length
- Short
- Ride Length Details
- Short rides that often close out on the sandbars.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Quiberville in the full forecast view.
Quiberville wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–26 ktsGusts 42 kts
- Direction
- SW226°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2526 kts
- Windy days
- 4/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.4–3.7 m7s period
- Temperature
- 7–16 °C
Over the next 7 days, Quiberville is forecast for daytime winds of 4–26 kts, peaking around 26 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 42 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.4–3.7 m with a period of about 7s. 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
- currents
- sea wall
- slippery ramp
- pebbles
- river mouth currents
- potential debris near the river mouth
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Lifeguards present seasonally.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Sea rescue is coordinated by SNSM, with active stations in nearby ports of Dieppe and Saint-Valery-en-Caux.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospital is in Dieppe. In an emergency, call 112; sea rescue coordinated via 196 (SNSM).
Rules of the spot
Kite zone marked and signposted — mandatory. Respect seasonal swimming zones during summer months.
- Mandatory marked kite zone.
- Seasonal swimming zone restrictions.
- High-tide launch can be restricted by pebbles and sea wall.
- Be careful of currents; English Channel tides can make them strong.
- Arrive at mid-tide for the best balance of beach space and water depth.
- Wear booties to protect against pebbles at the top of the beach.
- Avoid kiting too close to the sea wall at high tide.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Dieppe
- Nearest Town
- Quiberville-sur-Mer
- Parking
- Public parking along the seafront is available but can fill quickly on sunny summer weekends.
- Access
- From Dieppe, drive west on D925 or along the coast and follow signs to Quiberville.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Camping sites and local guesthouses within walking distance of the beach.
- Food & Drink
- Several seafood restaurants and cafes along the promenade.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental is available for windsurfing and stand-up paddleboarding via local nautical centers during peak season (and rental for local water-sports through the nearby nautical facilities).
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Dramatic white chalk cliffs that define the Upper Normandy coastline.
Historic cliffside church featuring stained glass by Georges Braque.
14th-century castle with a museum dedicated to ivory carvings and maritime history.
Long-distance hiking trail following the clifftops of the Alabaster Coast.
Famous for fresh scallops and locally caught fish.
Educational maritime museum and aquarium focused on the local marine environment.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Quiberville?
The best overall months at Quiberville are June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Quiberville?
Quiberville works with W, WSW, WNW, NW, N winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Quiberville?
Recommended equipment sizes at Quiberville: Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Windsurfing: 4.5–6.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–25 kts.
What skill level is Quiberville suitable for?
Quiberville suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Beginner.