KiteGlobeHourtin-Plage
Hourtin-Plage is a kiteboarding spot near Bordeaux in France, with open ocean conditions and prevailing SW, NW wind, best ridden in June, July, August, September, October.
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Bordeaux |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | SW, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal, Frontal |
| Best months | June, July, August, September, October |
| Coordinates | 45.2233, -1.1721 |
About Hourtin-Plage
Shallow areas depending on tides. Chop and small to big waves.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Hourtin-Plage?
The best time to kite Hourtin-Plage is June, July, August, September, October, when the SW, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Hourtin-Plage offers open ocean conditions with SW, NW wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Hourtin-Plage?
From Bordeaux drive northwest on D6 and follow signs to Carcans, then to Hourtin. From here to Hourtin-Plage. Big parking lot directly at the beach.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.