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Île de Ré - Rivedoux-Plage

Chic island vibes with consistent Atlantic breezes

Photos: Île de Ré Kitesurf

Wind reliability

7/10

Water

Tidal flat & beach

Season

Apr – Oct

Skill level

Beginner to intermediate

Local schools

About this spot

Rivedoux-Plage on the Île de Ré is one of the most popular kitesurfing spots on the island, with flat to choppy water and reliable Atlantic winds. The tidal beaches offer large flat areas at low tide suitable for beginners. The island's infrastructure supports kite schools and equipment rental.

Kite schools & services

Île de Ré Kitesurf

lessons

State-certified instructor (diplômé d'état, teaching since 2011) based at Plage Nord de Rivedoux since 2005; offers kitesurf, wingfoil, and e-foil lessons with a maximum of 2 students per group; full gear (wetsuit, VHF helmet) included; booking via Lokite platform; French-speaking.

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Rekiteschool

lessonsrentalshop

Kitesurf school and gear shop (new and second-hand kites, boards, foils, wetsuits, harnesses) covering multiple Île de Ré spots including Rivedoux, Le Bois Plage, La Couarde, and Saint-Martin-de-Ré; French-speaking.

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Île de Ré Kitesurf

lessonsrental

Based in Rivedoux-Plage since 2005; offers kitesurf, wingfoil, and e-foil; professional state-certified instructors; group lessons max 2 students; includes VHF helmets and safety boat.

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Philovent

lessonsrental

Located in nearby Sainte-Marie-de-Ré; specializes in kitesurfing; over 2,500 trained students since 2007; offers initiation through advanced training including tricks and jumps.

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Rekiteschool

lessonsrentalshop

Operates across multiple Île de Ré locations including Rivedoux; kitesurf school and shop; carries brands Eleveight, Airush, Flysurfer, Sooruz.

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