Cassis

A sheltered Mediterranean point running across a sand bottom east of Marseille, Cassis sits in the lee of Cap Canaille and needs a solid SW windswell to come alive. Offshore NE wind is key to hold the face together, the wave tends to crumble quickly without it. Sections can barrel for short stretches when conditions align, though consistency is the main limitation here. Groundswells rarely reach enough power or angle to make it work, so you are largely dependent on local windswells generated in the Gulf of Lion. Intermediate surfers will find enough to enjoy on a good day, but the lineup is rarely competitive given the break's fickle nature. Bottom: sand. Season: autumn and winter. Consistency: low to moderate. Check forecasts carefully before committing to the drive out from Marseille, as the spot can go completely flat for weeks at a time through spring and summer.