La Coudoulière

La Coudoulière is a protected bay located on the Mediterranean coast near Toulon, France. The spot faces northwest into a sheltered horseshoe-shaped bay with a marina facility and developed residential areas. The western headland provides natural protection and features rocky formations and green vegetation. Water conditions are typically choppy with modest wave heights averaging 0.81m, reflecting the enclosed nature of the bay. Wind reliability is relatively low at 22.1%, with average winds of 8.5 knots suggesting this is best during seasonal breezes. The bay orientation (facing northwest) makes northeasterly winds ideal for side-shore conditions. This spot suits beginners due to protected waters, limited fetch, and manageable wave size, though the low wind reliability requires patience. Key considerations include avoiding boat traffic from the marina, staying clear of rocky areas, and checking tidal conditions as shallow areas are present near shore. The spot works best during spring and summer Mediterranean wind patterns.