La Govelle

La Govelle is a bay-facing spot in Brittany, France, oriented northwest toward the Atlantic. The location features a protected bay environment with sandy beaches flanked by rocky outcrops to the north. This is a small-scale spot suitable primarily for beginner and early-intermediate kiters, with consistent but modest conditions. Average wind of 10.3 knots is on the lighter side, requiring efficient equipment and favoring northeasterly winds for side-shore conditions across the bay entrance. Water temperatures average 13.5°C, requiring wetsuits year-round. The low wave height (1.10m average) and modest fetch distance mean this spot is better suited for light-wind wave practice or flat-water progression rather than wave riding. The proximity to residential areas and visible coastal development suggests potential boat traffic during summer months. The 27.7% wind reliability indicates that sessions may require planning around weather windows. The sheltered bay provides relatively safe conditions but limits wave exposure, making it ideal for practicing technique in controlled conditions rather than challenging wave work.