Occitanie, France
Northern extreme of Étang de Leucate, open sandy beach directly on the Mediterranean. Tramontane NW 20–60 kt side-offshore; in NW the lagoon behind shelters flat water. South Marin onshore SE 10–18 kt. Schools at Coussoules sand-bar. Intermediate–advanced; year-round Tramontane season Nov–Apr strongest.
The siege of Leucate was a battle during the Franco-Spanish War (1635–1659). It was a failed Spanish siege which ended by a defeat in a battle against a French relief army.
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at La Franqui · Leucate Nord.
Not globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
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Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at La Franqui · Leucate Nord — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.
Northern extreme of Étang de Leucate, open sandy beach directly on the Medite... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
La Franqui · Leucate Nord delivers consistent wind, so most riders use a 9–12m kite under typical conditions. Exact size depends on your weight and the day's strength. Breeza calculates the right kite for your specific setup and gives you a rideability verdict before you head out.
Safety at La Franqui · Leucate Nord depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.
See if La Franqui · Leucate Nord is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.
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