Buoys near Les Sables-d'Olonne

Les Sables-d'Olonne is located on the Atlantic coast of France. Nearby buoys allow you to track real-time swell conditions to plan your surf sessions or water activities.

Swell conditions

The Les Sables-d'Olonne region receives mainly west to northwest swells, generated by Atlantic depressions. Wave period and direction are key indicators for anticipating conditions.

Practical tips

• Check the period (Tp): a long period (>12s) indicates more powerful groundswell.
• Swell direction affects its impact on the coastline depending on shore orientation.
• Compare data from multiple buoys to get an overview.