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L'Horizon 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 | 44.6372, -1.2585 |
About L'Horizon
Depending on the tides and wind directions this spot offers all. On low tide shallow lagoons behind sand bars with flat water. Waves can be big.
When is the best time to kitesurf at L'Horizon?
The best time to kite L'Horizon is June, July, August, September, October, when the SW, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
L'Horizon offers open ocean conditions with SW, NW wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to L'Horizon?
From Bordeaux take D106 west and drive until you get to Cap Ferret. The beach is along the west coast.
Hazards at L'Horizon
Currents.
View L'Horizon on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near L'Horizon?
8 kite schools operate in France. See kite schools in France →
Other kite spots near L'Horizon
- Bassin d'Arcachon / Arbousiers
- Dune du Pyla
- Le Truc Vert
- La Salie
- Bassin d'Arcachon / Claouey
- Lac de Cazaux / Cazaux
Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.