Etretat
Edit SpotAbout
It's one of the most beautiful landscape in France. This spot is often
seen in french surf magazines.
Atmosphere:
locals coul be really agressive ! don't be impress by trash talking...
Additional Info:
It's difficult to park your car! The wave doesn't work often. It's better during autumn and winter. Be careful: the water may be cold.
Location
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Go to the Etretat beach simply ...
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Point break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Left |
| Bottom | Flat rocks |
| Power | Fast, Ordinary, Fun |
| Frequency | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
| Normal length | Short (<50m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | SouthWest, South, SouthEast |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | North, NorthWest, West |
| Swell size | 3ft-5ft - 8ft+ |
| Tide | Low and mid tide |
| Tide movement | Falling tide |
Crowd
| Week | Crowded |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Ultra crowded |
Dangers
Localism, Pollution
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Vaucotte
4.47 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Frequency: | Don't know |
Le Havre beach
5.18 miles away
| Direction: | Right |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
Yport
15.29 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Flat rocks |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |