Baie des Trépassés
A wild bay between the Pointe du Raz and the Pointe du Van, at Brittany's end of the world.
The Baie des Trépassés lies between two of Brittany's most famous headlands, the Pointe du Raz and the Pointe du Van. It faces west and picks up lots of swell, with sand peaks along the bay.
The scenery is spectacular, but the currents can be very strong.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Best swell | W, NW, SW |
| Best wind (offshore) | E, SE, NE |
| Tide | Mid |
| Size | 1–2.5 m |
| Best season | Autumn to spring |
| Crowd | Light |
| Localism | Low |
Surf forecast
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Model forecast for open water a few kilometres offshore: it can't see sandbanks or the shelter of headlands and jetties. The rating (0–5) is worked out from this spot's ideal swell and wind. Use it as a guide and check the sea before paddling out. Data: Open-Meteo (DWD, ECMWF; CC BY 4.0)
Which board to bring
A shortboard or fish; a funboard when it's small. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Baie des Trépassés
The water is around 10 °C in winter and 17 °C in late summer. This is what we'd bring for this spot's water, level and boards.
For winter water at 8–11 °C.
View on AmazonWarm feet in winter and protection on rocks.
View on AmazonKeeps your board from drifting off or hitting someone.
View on AmazonThe classic fish fins: speed in soft waves.
View on AmazonWarm-water wax won't grip in this water.
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Localism and vibe
Few people and a calm vibe.
Surfing style
Wild beach break.
Hazards
Strong currents.
Map
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Other spots nearby
Audierne / Plouhinec
A sheltered reef in Audierne Bay: the refuge when everything else is closing out.
Crozon
One of the best beaches in western Brittany, between cliffs on the Crozon peninsula.
Crozon
La Palue's wild neighbour, with fewer people and equally strong currents.
Pouldreuzic
Easy waves over sand in Audierne Bay, with a reef nearby.
Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.