Châtelaillon-Plage
Plage de Châtelaillon-Plage
France · Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Châtelaillon-Plage
The beach of Châtelaillon-Plage, in Charente-Maritime, is a large sandy bay ideal for beginners. There is a nice clear beach for the take-off and landing of kites. It is a family-friendly spot with a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for progressing safely.
The spot is navigable all year round, but you need to walk a bit at low tide. During high coefficients, you cross mud before reaching deeper water. Locals appreciate its accessibility and calm water when conditions are good.
Prohibited for kitesurfing from June 15 to September 15, so prefer the other seasons to kite without worry.
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The spot works well with winds from Northwest to Southwest, which are often side-shore from the left of the beach, making navigation stable and predictable. At high tide, especially during high coefficients, the water surface is wide and you can kite directly from the beach without walking. At low tide, you need to carry your gear 100 to 200 meters depending on the coefficient, with mud at the end of the area, but once in the water it is pleasant with standing depth for small and medium coefficients.
The launch area is on the center-left of the beach, clear for take-off. Stay in the bay and do not exceed the imaginary line extending the port's dam to the left, marked by oyster parks. The navigation area is spacious, suitable for freeride, with small choppy waves in strong wind. Kites launch better to the left, near the dam but without getting too close.
In North or South winds, it is more onshore but always safe thanks to the protected bay. Avoid going out in East wind as it is less consistent. The water is azure and clear, with a flat bottom to chop depending on wind strength.
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Sources :thespot2be.com · spots.universkite.fr · spots.guru · unplug-kitesurf.com · windy.app