Trezmeur
- Freeride, Foil
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Flat, Chop
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Trezmeur is a tidal sandy bay in Trébeurden, with clean water and a launch that is easiest when the tide exposes a wide sandy area. Conditions for riding are strongly shaped by tide: the water can be shallow near the shore, and the usable area changes significantly from low to high tide. For kitesurfing, the primary wind window is SW, WSW and W, and the spot is oriented toward freeride-style riding (generally without waves). Sources emphasize that the flattest, most workable conditions come around mid-tide to low-tide, with plenty of room for setups when the beach is widest. Reefs/rocks at the ends and the harbor/sea-defense structure near shore at higher tides are the main practical hazards to manage. Winter-to-shoulder seasons are highlighted for more consistent winds, while summer brings lighter sea-breeze activity in the afternoon (typically late afternoon). Wind gustiness is described as moderate, and there can be sheltered/deflected effects around the town/harbor that influence whether winds feel gusty or even effectively offshore from certain directions. Other water sports are secondary but supported: windsurfing is described as good for slalom and freeride in stronger West winds, and wingfoiling is reported as particularly suitable because deeper access near the harbor improves foil conditions. Surfing is generally too sheltered for consistency, though it can occasionally work when swell is large.
- SW–W wind sector centered for kitesurfing
- Tide-driven: low to mid tide gives the most workable flat water and launch space
- Clean, generally flat-to-choppy water
- Clean water and generally flat-to-choppy conditions for kitesurfing
- Working wind sector centered on SW to WSW to W
- Town-based access with parking and amenities close to the beach
- Freeride/foil/wakestyle potential for kitesurfing; also suitable for wingfoiling
- Strong dependence on tide for usable water depth and safe launch space
- Hazards near edges and at high tide (harbor wall/digue; rocks/reefs)
- Surf quality is generally not consistent; mainly an occasional option
- Crowds increase substantially in summer
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SW, WSW, W
- Wind Range
- 15–30 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Wind described as frontal, with Atlantic-pattern winds and possible thermal reinforcement in summer.
- Reliability
- Good during autumn and winter storm seasons; moderate in summer.
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gusting reported.
- Best Months
- October, November, December, January, February, March, April
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 7–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Chop
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy bay.
- Beach Size
- Tidal
- Waves
- Small — Surf sources describe small waves; kitesurfing described as flat-to-choppy/free-rider friendly with no dedicated wave focus.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Water described as chop/shallow chop depending on tide.
- Launch
- Medium — Wide sandy beach at low tide; significantly narrower at high tide.
Through the year
Very crowded in July and August; quiet and spacious in the off-season.
Frequent rain and frontal storms from October to March; highest rainfall and strongest Atlantic storms reported from late October through March.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Freeride-style kitesurfing on generally flat-to-choppy water with a focus on low to mid tide for workable depth and space. Works best with SW to WSW to W winds; mid-to-low tide is preferred for the flattest water.
- Kite Sizes
- 7–12 m²
Good for slalom and freeride; small jumping waves possible in strong West winds.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.5–7.5 m²
Reported as highly suitable thanks to deeper access near the harbor and generally clean wind.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes — Foil friendly reported as yes.
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Primarily an occasionally-working surf option; generally sheltered for consistent surfing, but can handle very large winter swells.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- W, WNW
- Swell Height
- 1.5–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Best described for mid tide.
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Semi-sheltered bay setting.
- Wind Effect
- West winds provide side-onshore conditions.
- Bigger Swell
- Closes out in very large swells.
- Wave Quality
- Poor — Wave quality described as poor; another source describes wave quality as good when it sets up.
- Wave Power
- Soft — Wave power described as soft.
- Wave Shape
- Mushy — Wave shape described as mushy; also described elsewhere as mixed.
- Peel Speed
- Slow — Peeling is described as slow.
- Ride Length
- Short — Ride length reported as short.
- Ride Length Details
- Occasionally works, with mainly short rides.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Trezmeur in the full forecast view.
Trezmeur wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–27 ktsGusts 44 kts
- Direction
- SW234°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2427 kts
- Windy days
- 4/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.5–3.9 m10s period
- Temperature
- 8–19 °C
Over the next 7 days, Trezmeur is forecast for daytime winds of 3–27 kts, peaking around 27 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 44 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.5–3.9 m with a period of about 10s. 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 and reefs (reported at the northern and southern ends of the beach)
- Harbor wall/digue near shore at high tide
- Tidal currents
- Beach crowds in summer
- Reefs (also noted in the kitesurfing spot database)
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Lifeguards present seasonally.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Spot-level sources report limited rescue availability; the broader area notes SNSM rescue coverage for the maritime area.
- Emergency Info
- For general emergencies dial 112; for maritime emergencies dial 196 (and/or use VHF Channel 16). Nearest hospital is in Lannion.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — No localism issues reported.
Rules of the spot
Summer bathing zones are established (July and August) to separate bathers from kite and windsurfers; riding is restricted in designated swimming areas.
- No riding in designated swimming areas (summer).
- Works best from mid-tide to low-tide for the flattest water.
- The southern end near Pointe de Bihit has more rocks; stay central or north for a safer launch.
- Avoid high tide due to nearby digue/harbor structure.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Lannion
- Nearest Town
- Trébeurden
- Nearest Airport
- Brest Bretagne Airport (BES)
- Parking
- Several parking lots are available directly behind the beach and near the marina.
- Public Transport
- Accessible via the TILT bus network from Lannion (car recommended for transporting equipment).
- Access
- From Brest, drive east on N12, switch to D786 northeast to Lannion, then northwest on D788 to Trébeurden; reach the south side of the harbor to access the spot.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Numerous hotels, vacation rentals, and campsites are within walking distance in Trébeurden.
- Food & Drink
- Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars line the promenade overlooking the beach.
- Equipment Rental:
- Local clubs often offer seasonal rentals for windsurfing and SUP.
- Gear Storage
- Not typically available for public use outside of private clubs.
- Gear Repair
- Basic repair shops are available in nearby Lannion.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Set on the Côte de Granit Rose, the area around Trébeurden offers coastal scenery, landmark rock formations, and well-known walking routes.
Famed for its unique rose-colored rock formations and coastal paths.
Historic coastal paths and beaches around Trébeurden.
A famous rock formation resembling a face; a local landmark on the Trégor coast.
The 'Customs Officers' Path' with panoramic views of the archipelago and rugged coastline.
Creperies and seafood restaurants overlooking the marina.
An aquarium built into natural pink granite caves.
From riders who've been here
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Trezmeur?
The best overall months at Trezmeur are September, October, November, March, April, May. The best wind months are October, November, December, January, February, March, April.
Which wind directions work at Trezmeur?
Trezmeur works with SW, WSW, W winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Trezmeur?
Recommended equipment sizes at Trezmeur: Kitesurfing: 7–12 m² · Windsurfing: 4.5–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–30 kts.
What skill level is Trezmeur suitable for?
Trezmeur suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner to Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Beginner.