Urville-Nacqueville

Urville-Nacqueville is located on the Cotentin Peninsula in Normandy, France, facing a north-northeast oriented bay. The spot features a wide sandy beach with shallow, choppy water conditions typical of the English Channel coast. The bay is partially sheltered by headlands, creating a protected water area suitable for beginners. The surrounding area shows significant residential development on the western side with agricultural land to the south and east, indicating moderate boat traffic and potential navigation concerns. Wind reliability is relatively low at 27.9%, with average winds around 9.8 knots and small wave heights averaging 0.61m. Best conditions occur with northwesterly (315°) winds, which provide side-shore access parallel to the beach. Water temperatures average 12.5°C, requiring thermal protection. The shallow, choppy conditions and residential proximity make this spot most suitable for beginner to early-intermediate riders. Key considerations include weather window timing due to low reliability, thermal protection requirements, and awareness of recreational boat traffic in the bay.