Lacanau-Ocean
Lacanau-Ocean is a kiteboarding spot near Bordeaux, Merignac in France, with open ocean conditions and prevailing SW, NW wind, best ridden in June, July, August, September, October.
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Bordeaux, Merignac |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | SW, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal, Frontal |
| Best months | June, July, August, September, October |
| Coordinates | 45.0016, -1.2018 |
About Lacanau-Ocean
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.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Lacanau-Ocean?
The best time to kite Lacanau-Ocean is June, July, August, September, October, when the SW, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Lacanau-Ocean offers open ocean conditions with SW, NW wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Lacanau-Ocean?
From Bordeaux take D6 west to Lacanau and Lacanau-Ocean.
Hazards at Lacanau-Ocean
Currents.
View Lacanau-Ocean on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Lacanau-Ocean?
8 kite schools operate in France. See kite schools in France →
Other kite spots near Lacanau-Ocean
- Etang de Lacanau / Lacanau-Ville
- Carcans-Plage
- Lac Hourtin / Lachanau
- Lac Hourtin / Hourtin
- Grand Crohot
- Hourtin-Plage
Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.