Étretat
Normandy · France
Pebble beach break under cliffsgood for intermediates and advanced surfers
Works in Channel storms, punchy wave over pebbles. Best wind — SE.
Today at the spot: waves 0.2 m · wind 17 km/h — Flat (updated daily; hourly in the live forecast)
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Pebble beach break under cliffs |
|---|---|
| Good for | intermediates and advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | northwest |
| Working swell | from west — north |
| Coordinates | 49.708, 0.204 |
FAQ
Is Étretat good for beginners?
Étretat is a spot for intermediates and advanced surfers. Beginners are better off at an easier spot nearby — see the list below; Plyuh’s forecast shows where it’s safe to learn today.
What’s the surf forecast for Étretat today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#fr-normandie/etretat. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.