Les Petites Dalles

Les Petites Dalles is a beach break located on the Normandy coast of northern France, situated between significant cliff formations. The spot faces northwest toward the English Channel with a narrow beach corridor flanked by forested cliffs and residential development. The terrain shows mixed sandy and rocky substrate typical of chalk cliff erosion zones. Wind reliability at 36% is moderate, with average winds of 10.8 knots and modest wave heights of 0.87m, indicating this is a sheltered location. Optimal side-shore conditions occur with northeast winds (45°), which align favorably with the beach orientation. The spot suits intermediate kiters seeking smaller, more controlled conditions in a protected setting. Water is rough-chop rather than organized swell due to cliff proximity and limited fetch. Key considerations include navigating rocky hazards, understanding local tidal flows in this narrow coastal zone, and timing sessions during optimal wind windows when northeast flows develop. Cold water temperatures (12.3°C average) require appropriate thermal protection.