Cassis – Plage de l'Arène

📍 Local Knowledge

Cassis - Plage de l'Arène in Côte d'Azur is an exposed reef break with unreliable waves, typically remaining flat throughout the summer months. It performs best with a southwest swell and offshore winds from the northeast, though local windswells are far more typical here than distant groundswells. Despite its reef classification, there is no distinct reef break at this location. The spot is notably versatile, as the surf remains rideable at all stages of the tide. However, the lineup is often crowded when conditions are right, and surfers must take extra care to avoid the submerged rocks.