Saint-Jean-du-Doigt

Saint-Jean-du-Doigt is a small bay located on the northern coast of Brittany, France, characterized by a northeast-facing shoreline with dramatic rocky cliffs and a sandy beach. The bay provides a semi-protected water body suitable for kitesurfing in moderate conditions. The spot features a natural sand spit that shelters the bay from direct ocean swell exposure. Best wind conditions are from the northwest (315°), which provides reliable side-shore winds parallel to the beach. The average wind speed of 9.8 knots and low 25.7% reliability suggest this is a marginal wind location suitable primarily for lighter wind days. Water temperatures average 12.8°C, requiring thermal protection year-round. The bay's enclosed nature creates relatively small 1.12m waves, making it ideal for beginners and intermediate riders developing skills. Main considerations include tidal current strength during flow periods, rocky hazards on the northern shore, and the shallow sandy approach zones. This spot works best during spring tides with northwest wind patterns.