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The spot mainly works with a wind from W to NW, often in side-on to side-shore depending on the exact orientation of the flow relative to the coastline. With wind around 22 knots, conditions become usable for an autonomous rider, but kitesurfing remains more comfortable when the wind is well established and steady. The launch area must be chosen carefully, as on this type of urban beach space can be limited and one must keep room for takeoff and landing.

The water surface depends a lot on the tide and local exposure. Generally, one finds a more choppy water than a lagoon water surface, with chop present as soon as the wind strengthens, and a smoother edge only during the calmest phases. Kitesurfing should be done while keeping distance from swimmers, passage areas, and any fixed obstacles on the beach. A clean, safe, and sufficiently clear launch is necessary to rig without disturbing the public.

On a spot like this, the most interesting areas are generally those where the wind arrives well from the side and where one maintains a safety margin upwind and downwind. Departures and arrivals should be made in a clear area, with a good reading of the space before any launch. During busy periods, organization at the water's edge is as important as the strength of the wind.