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La Sauzaie

Break
Reef
Skill level
Intermediate to advanced
Best season
Autumn to winter
Crowds
High
Swell
W, NW, SW
Wind
E, NE
Location
46.5603, -1.8579

Hazards

  • Rocks
  • Shallow reef at low tide

Rock-reef break at Brétignolles-sur-Mer that produces hollow, powerful waves. Often called the Vendée's best wave and a long-time bodyboard favourite.

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