St Cyprien

📍 Local Knowledge

St Cyprien in Languedoc-Roussillon is an exposed beach and jetty break that works only when conditions are just right, with the summer months typically remaining flat. It performs best with an east-southeast swell and offshore winds from the west, with waves much more likely to be generated by local windswells than distant groundswells. The spot provides both left and right-handers and is notably versatile, as the surf remains good at all stages of the tide. When working, it is often crowded, and surfers should be highly cautious of the jetty, strong rips, and the density of people in the water.