Plage du Virage
Dakar · Senegal
Beach break with rocksgood for beginners and intermediatesboard rental nearby
North shore, the main schools beach in the N-swell season. Best wind — S/SE (offshore).
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 | Beach break with rocks |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | northwest |
| Working swell | from west — northeast |
| Coordinates | 14.764, -17.472 |
FAQ
Is Plage du Virage good for beginners?
Yes, Plage du Virage works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Plage du Virage 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/#dakar/le-virage. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
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