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Plage du Vougo

Guissény, Finistère Nord, Bretagne, France

Wingfoil spot Plage du Vougo in Guissény, Finistère Nord, Bretagne, France

A wide, west-facing sandy beach backed by dunes near the village of Guissény, known locally as Le Vougot. Turquoise shallow water at low tide and a generous 2km+ of open beach make this one of the most beginner-friendly spots in North Finistère. Works well in W to NE wind.

Best months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October

Wind directions: W, NW, N, NE

Water: Flat, Chop, Waves

Bottom: Sand

Sports: Windsurf, Wingfoil, Kiting

Local tips

Kitesurf school Lokite operates directly from the beach. The dunes can produce gusty conditions — check the forecast for stable wind before launching. The beach also serves as a horse galloping track (2km+), so be aware of other beach users.