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La Torche I
Surfing at La Torche, Brittany, France.
In my opinion one of the best spots in Brittany, can get very full, but has definitly some quality waves year round.
It's more a kind of "mood" shot, as you can't see any waves, but there were some nice 1.5m at the point.
Description: ***
La Torche is one of the best spots in Brittany, the point gets good waves on both sides, I guess the northern side is more consistent. It has a nice rip underneath, that you can use as a conveyer belt, but pay attention, many people get ripped out to the sea and have to get rescued or even die out there.
The spot can become pretty packed on holidays and weekends, combine surf schools, lots of travellers and very competitive locals, than you know what i'm talking about.
Hygiene: *
I never realized if there are any health issues, but with many people in the water... i don't have to say that, do I?
Water: ?
Same as most of Brittanny, if it wouldn't be salty, I'd drink it!
Security: **
Lifesaving service equipped, but I'm not sure about lifeguards, never been there in the summer.
Surf: ***
One of the best spots in Brittany, can get huge, holds up to 3-4m. Crowds are a problem sometimes, but as long as you don't go there in the holidays on a weekend, you're fine.
Camping: ***
A few campgounds and hotels, no wild camping, authorities check that all the time and you can get hassles.
La Torche I
Surfing at La Torche, Brittany, France.
In my opinion one of the best spots in Brittany, can get very full, but has definitly some quality waves year round.
It's more a kind of "mood" shot, as you can't see any waves, but there were some nice 1.5m at the point.
Description: ***
La Torche is one of the best spots in Brittany, the point gets good waves on both sides, I guess the northern side is more consistent. It has a nice rip underneath, that you can use as a conveyer belt, but pay attention, many people get ripped out to the sea and have to get rescued or even die out there.
The spot can become pretty packed on holidays and weekends, combine surf schools, lots of travellers and very competitive locals, than you know what i'm talking about.
Hygiene: *
I never realized if there are any health issues, but with many people in the water... i don't have to say that, do I?
Water: ?
Same as most of Brittanny, if it wouldn't be salty, I'd drink it!
Security: **
Lifesaving service equipped, but I'm not sure about lifeguards, never been there in the summer.
Surf: ***
One of the best spots in Brittany, can get huge, holds up to 3-4m. Crowds are a problem sometimes, but as long as you don't go there in the holidays on a weekend, you're fine.
Camping: ***
A few campgounds and hotels, no wild camping, authorities check that all the time and you can get hassles.