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Noirmoutier
Tidal island magic with Atlantic and lagoon variety
Photos: Marc Lacoste
Wind reliability
7/10
Water
Island beach & flat
Season
Apr – Oct
Skill level
Intermediate & Advanced
Local schools
3
About this spot
Noirmoutier island off the Vendée coast offers diverse kitesurfing conditions from sheltered tidal flats to exposed Atlantic beaches. The Passage du Gois and the island's western coast provide very different experiences within a compact area. Consistent Atlantic winds and tidal currents make this a technically interesting destination.
Kite schools & services
Mouv'N Kite
lessonsrental
IKO and BPJEPS certified instructor Julien Grillat, French Kite School affiliate, open March-November 7 days/week, boat with radio contact.
Kitesloop
lessonsrental
BPJEPS qualified instructor Julien since 2012, flat water lagoons between Fromentine and Noirmoutier, boat-assisted launches to isolated sandbanks.
Fromentine Kite
lessonsrentalshop
AF Kite and ProKite certified, instructor François Lefroid has 12+ years experience, boat-assisted security monitoring, shop available.
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