Villefranche sur mer
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Left works best here as right is short and ends right in front of shallow rocks. Need to takeoff early behind the rocks otherwise and drop in before the bowl. Basically one turn and a cutback and its all over but nice and fast. If you miss the drop you'll get washed out into the channel but usually after a bit of a beating. Heavy wave on a big swell. Broken boards not uncommon.
Additional Info:
Due to its location, this wave breaks only once or twice a year. The swell MUST be south and consistent.
Location
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This spot is located at the bottom of the bay of Villefranche sur mer. Check the spot on the road from Nice to Monte Carlo (Basse corniche). Then drive through Villefranche sur mer to reach its sandy beach. Paddle out 200 meters to get to the spot.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Reef (rocky) |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Power | Powerful |
| Frequency | Rarely breaks (5 days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | North, NorthWest, West |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | SouthWest, South |
| Swell size | 5ft-6ft - Don't know |
| Tide | All tides |
| Tide movement | Don't know |
Crowd
| Week | Crowded |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Crowded |
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| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Don't know |
| Frequency: | Don't know |
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| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |