Sainte-Anne - Plage de l’Anse Trabaud
France
Sainte-Anne
The beach of Anse Trabaud, located on the south-atlantic coast of Sainte-Anne in Martinique, stretches for nearly 2 km of fine sand between Pointe de l’Enfer and Pointe Baham. Surrounded by majestic cliffs, it offers a wild and secluded setting, accessible by a rocky path with a small toll. It is a popular spot for kitesurfers due to its consistent wind and atmosphere away from the crowds.
This almost private paradise rewards the effort of access with intimate sessions in nature. Locals and experienced riders come here to tame the waves and enjoy the fierce Atlantic. The place combines adventure and discovery, with a vast beach ideal for takeoff.
Less frequented due to its difficult access, Anse Trabaud guarantees solitude even in high season. The spectacular landscapes, between crystal-clear sea and cliffs, make it a unique place for an authentic kitesurfing experience.
Les données de vent affichées ici proviennent d’ERA5 (via Open-Meteo) sur 4 ans, retraitées pour refléter des conditions réalistes.
👉 Le vent moyen a été calibré pour éviter la sous-estimation habituelle des modèles.
👉 Les rafales ont été corrigées par un ratio médian afin d’éviter des valeurs extrêmes irréalistes.
👉 Chaque jour est résumé par le vent médian (P50) observé pendant les heures utiles (8h–20h), puis classé dans des plages de vent.
👉 Le mode pondéré mélange vent moyen et rafales pour refléter au mieux le vent ressenti.
- 🟢 10–16 nds : vent faible mais navigable (notamment en foil).
- 🟡 16–22 nds : plage idéale, conditions confortables pour la majorité.
- 🔴 22–28 nds : vent fort, réservé aux riders expérimentés.
- 🟣 28+ nds : conditions extrêmes, navigation engagée.
Localisation & Points d'intérêt
Informations utiles
wave
chopThe spot is oriented facing the southern Atlantic, with a side-on to side-off wind predominantly from northeast to east, particularly strong in the morning. The navigation area extends over 2 km of beach, but stay to the south for more consistent wind and avoid irregularity near the northern edge. The launch is directly from the fine sandy beach, wide and easy for takeoff, even with good swell.
The water is choppy with waves, especially during strong wind periods from December to June, ideal for jumps and wave riding. Be cautious of sporadic shallows and drifting towards the cliffs; navigate offshore for more safety. Tides have little influence on the main area, but check high coefficients that accentuate currents.
Local feature: the spot is sparsely populated due to difficult access, perfect for freestyle or wave sessions without competition. Mornings offer the best conditions with a strong thermal wind, while afternoons can mellow. Prefer the southern part of the beach for optimal launching and better wave shape.
The ideal conditions are a side-on wind from NE to E between 20 and 30 knots, stable in the morning for well-formed waves and high jumps. Avoid winds too strong beyond 35 knots that accentuate the currents.
The water state is choppy with waves of 1 to 2 meters in strong winds, providing ideal terrain for wave riding. The bottom mixes sand and sporadically coral or rocks near the points. The sea is rough in the morning, sometimes calming in the afternoon.
The currents are strong and push towards the cliffs of Pointe Baham, particularly in strong winds or with rising tides. They remain manageable for experts but require constant vigilance. The semi-diurnal tides have a low range of about 1 meter, with no major impact on navigation.
Opt for sizes 7 to 11 m² depending on the strength of the trade winds, with smaller kites like 7-9 m² in strong morning winds and 10-11 m² in the afternoon or in intermediate season.
The northeast to east trade winds blow regularly at 20 to 30 knots, especially from December to June, making the spot very reliable. The wind is stronger in the morning with a thermal effect, perfect for dynamic sessions. All year is good according to the data, with a peak in the dry season.
The tropical climate of Martinique offers constant temperatures around 28°C year-round, with a dry season from December to May more suitable for kitesurfing. The rainy season from June to November brings more humidity but remains windy on the south coast. The trade winds ensure sunny weather most of the time, ideal for riding in shorts and lycra.
The depth quickly becomes significant offshore with a predominantly sandy bottom, but there are areas of shallows and rocks near the cliffs. You can stand on the first 50 meters near the beach in low water.
The water temperature hovers around 26-28°C year-round, comfortable without a wetsuit in the dry season and with a 3/2 mm shorty in the rainy season.