Pointe de la Loire - Noirmoutier

Pointe de la Loire at Noirmoutier is a rocky Atlantic bay located off France's western coast. The shoreline faces northeast into the bay, with extensive exposed granite outcrops and shallow rocky areas visible in the satellite imagery. This is an open bay environment with moderate fetch distance to open Atlantic waters. The spot suits intermediate kiters familiar with rock hazard navigation and variable conditions. Side-shore winds from the northwest (315°) provide the safest riding angle relative to the coastline orientation. Average wind speeds of 12 knots with 41.1% reliability indicate sessions are conditional—best during Atlantic weather systems. Water temperatures average 14.1°C requiring thermal protection. Wave heights averaging 1.49m and rough water conditions reflect Atlantic exposure, though the bay provides some protection from larger offshore swells. Tidal movements significantly affect water levels and current strength, making tide awareness essential. Kiters must respect the extensive rocky terrain, particularly during lower water when obstacles become more hazardous. Launch zones should be carefully selected in sandy areas between rock formations.