Les Trois Colonnes Port-Barcarès

Les Trois Colonnes is a beach break spot located on the Mediterranean coast near Port-Barcarès in southern France. The site features an extensive sandy beach backed by residential development and natural vegetation corridors. The coastline faces east toward open Mediterranean waters, making northerly winds ideal for side-shore conditions. The spot operates as a lagoon-influenced beach break with generally choppy water and low wave energy, making it suitable primarily for beginners and light-wind sessions. Water temperatures average 17.4°C, requiring seasonal wetsuits. Wind reliability is relatively low at 27.6%, suggesting inconsistent conditions that favor patient kiters. The shallow sandbars and lagoon characteristics create a protected environment with minimal wave exposure, which aids learning but limits progression for intermediate riders. The developed coastline indicates moderate human activity and potential boat traffic during peak seasons. Best conditions occur during winter months when northerly winds are more consistent, though overall wind averages remain modest at 9.4 knots.