Port Blanc
A cove on Quiberon's Côte Sauvage: very powerful waves among rocks.
Port Blanc is a small cove on Quiberon's Côte Sauvage, with a famous rock arch. The waves are very powerful even when small, from 0.5 m, and the rocks are very close.
On big days many locals wear helmets. If it looks too much, try nearby beaches such as Les Crevettes.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | Expert |
| Best swell | W, SW |
| Best wind (offshore) | E, NE, SE |
| Tide | Mid |
| Size | 0.5–3 m |
| Best season | Autumn to spring |
| Crowd | Heavy |
| Localism | Medium |
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; consider a helmet on big days. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Port Blanc
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
It gets busy on any swell. Watch the locals before paddling out and respect priority.
Surfing style
Powerful waves among rocks.
Hazards
Rocks, rip currents and powerful waves.
Map
Shapers near Port Blanc
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Penmarc'h
South of La Torche: often better waves and far fewer people.
Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.