Trestraou
Perros-Guirec's beach, on the Pink Granite Coast, with barrels when a good north-west swell arrives.
Trestraou is Perros-Guirec's town beach, on Brittany's north coast. It faces north, so it needs a big north-west swell and a southerly wind. When it works it gives short, hollow waves.
To the right of the beach is Pors Nevez, with a longer and very contested wave.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Best swell | NW, N, W |
| Best wind (offshore) | S, SE, SW |
| Tide | Mid |
| Size | 1–2 m |
| Best season | Autumn and winter |
| 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 or fish. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Trestraou
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's the benchmark spot of northern Brittany and there's localism on good days, especially at Pors Nevez. Respect priority.
Surfing style
Short, hollow waves.
Hazards
Rocks at both ends and crowds.
Map
Other spots nearby
Santec
A big beach next to Roscoff, best known for kiting and windsurfing, with soft waves at high tide.
Plouzané (Brest)
Brest's spot, below the Petit Minou lighthouse: a left by the rocky point and sand peaks.
Crozon
La Palue's wild neighbour, with fewer people and equally strong currents.
Crozon
One of the best beaches in western Brittany, between cliffs on the Crozon peninsula.
Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.