Saintes Maries

Located on France's Cote d'Azur, Saintes Maries features a beach break with inconsistent waves that work best in autumn and winter. The surf is beginner-friendly but rarely breaks, with waves coming primarily from local windswells. Ideal conditions include northwest winds and south-southeast swells, though the water remains cold year-round. Tide doesn't affect surfability, and crowds are minimal. A wetsuit is essential due to the 13.1°C water temperature.