L'Adour is a river mouth estuary located in southwestern France where the Adour River meets the Atlantic Ocean. The spot features a sheltered lagoon environment protected by two long piers extending into the water, with sandy beach areas on both sides. The river discharge creates distinct water color gradients visible in the satellite imagery.
This location functions primarily as a beginner-friendly spot due to protected waters and moderate conditions. The river mouth orientation (facing northwest toward the Atlantic) means side-shore winds work best from the northeast (45°) or southwest (225°). Given the prevailing westerly patterns typical for this Atlantic coast region, northeast winds would be more reliable.
The spot is characterized by weak average winds (7.2 knots) and small waves (1.53m), making it suitable for learning. However, kiters must account for river currents, tidal dynamics, and commercial fishing vessel traffic. The shallow sandbars shift seasonally. Best conditions occur during neap tides with moderate offshore flow and side-shore wind directions, typically in spring and fall months.