Destination
Île de ré
France, Europe
Kitesurf Season
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Destination Summary

La Rochelle, and Ile de ré is an amazing destination where you can kite but there is also plenty other things to do.On summer we have thermal wind almost everyday (15-20 knots). And we sometimes get nice wind when there is storm coming etc. But if you can foil there is no day where you won't be kiting. There is also nice waves coming sometimes, the wave spot can be really cool with west wind. It is an island so there is many spots so it's not really overcrowded (maybe a bit in summer). You can come with your family, as this place has many things to discover : beautiful beach, many restaurants, little historic town and there is also La Rochelle near by.
Kite Info

Kite shop
Has a Kite Shop

Kite spots
Aytré; Gouillauds; Banc du bucheron; Rivedoux; Chauveau; Grignon; Diamond Head

Best months
january, february, march, april, may, june, july, august, september, october, november, december

Dominant boosting direction
Either direction

Wind Strength, Consistency, Wind Quality, Density
It gets Moderate (Up to 25 knots) It's windy Almost every day Super steady Cold wind

Water temp
Sometimes warm (boardshorts); sometimes cold (wetsuit)

Water conditions
Flat, Waves

Local riders
Antonin Rangin; Hugo Guias

Crowd factor
Some waters users around

Woo Record
21.7 by Nicolas Ocipski CORE
Travel and life info

How easy is it to get there?
Easy to visit (< 2 hours from airport)

How do you get there?
There is an airport; you can take the train; or the car but you will need a car a the destination

Daily cost
Affordable ($20-50 /day)

Party Destination
Yes

Do you need a car?
Yes

Family friendly?
Yes

Other fun and activities
Wakeboard
boat
party
long walk
bike
surf

How easy is it to find cuddle company?
Heaven

Internet Connectivity
Good (video calls and streaming)

Development
High development (many accommodations; hotels; health services and shops)
Thanks to Arthur Lahousse for submiting the destination