Overview
On the North Sea coast, between Calais, Sangatte, Gravelines, and Dunkirk, there are long beaches very exposed to the wind, providing a real playground for kitesurfing. In Dunkirk, the vast beach of Malo-les-Bains and the Dunes of Flanders offer plenty of space, with a water surface that can change from flat to choppy and then to waves depending on the tide, while in Sangatte / Calais the spot is windier and more challenging, with caution needed for the breakwaters and beach debris. The area operates year-round, but it is particularly renowned when northwesterly to northeasterly winds set in, and low tide often leaves more room for sailing and takeoff. It is a well-known destination for riders from the North, with a true local culture of sliding and active schools or clubs, suitable for both progression and more technical sessions. On the most exposed spots, it is better to be comfortable in strong winds and changing conditions.