KiteGlobeKiteGlobe

Biscarosse

📍 Bordeaux/Mérignac, France · Kiteboarding spot

Biscarosse is a kiteboarding spot near Bordeaux/Mérignac in France, with open ocean conditions and prevailing SW, NW wind, best ridden in June, July, August, September, October.

CountryFrance
Nearest townBordeaux/Mérignac
Water typeOpen ocean
LaunchOcean
Best wind directionSW, NW
Wind typeThermal, Frontal
Best monthsJune, July, August, September, October
Coordinates44.4520, -1.2548

About Biscarosse

High tide during September and October which can be dangerous for beginners. Quite big and real waves easily up to 3-5m. Wave direction is difficult to assess as it depends of the tide and depression direction. On high tide shore break and stronger currents.

When is the best time to kitesurf at Biscarosse?

The best time to kite Biscarosse is June, July, August, September, October, when the SW, NW wind is most reliable.

What are the wind and water conditions?

Biscarosse offers open ocean conditions with SW, NW wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean.

How do I get to Biscarosse?

From Bordeaux drive southwest to Biscarosse. When you arrive to Biscarosse follow "Plages" (beach) and try to park you car in the north of the town. You'll have to walk in the sand and dune for about 20min before getting to this fantastic beach.

Hazards at Biscarosse

Currents.

View Biscarosse on the interactive map →

Where can I take kite lessons near Biscarosse?

8 kite schools operate in France. See kite schools in France →

Other kite spots near Biscarosse

Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.