Crozon Peninsula · France
Surfing Anse de Dinan
A reef/beach in Crozon Peninsula, France, for intermediate and advanced surfers.
- TypeReef/Beach
- LevelIntermediate / Advanced
- Size2-7 ft
- Best monthsSep-Apr
- Crowd1/5
The wave
Anse de Dinan is a cove on the Crozon Peninsula with rock arches and sea caves, close to La Palue. The bottom is rockier than La Palue's sand, so the waves are more variable.
It faces a slightly different direction, so it's worth checking when the wind or swell doesn't suit La Palue. Be careful of the rocks.
48.238, -4.567 · Clean swell, favourable wind · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Anse de Dinan
Anse de Dinan is at its best from September to April. Conditions it likes: Clean swell, favourable wind. This is how the year looks across Finistère (Brittany):
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| September to April | Prime | Wide swell window catches groundswell from most directions |
| May to June | Good | Milder weather, still decent swell |
| July to August | Quiet | Smaller swell, busiest with general tourism, not surfers |
In season: January · February · March · April · September · October · November · December
Waves near Anse de Dinan
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Palue | Crozon Peninsula | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 2 km |
| Porsmilin | Crozon Peninsula | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 11 km |
| Le Minou | Crozon Peninsula | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 14 km |
| St-Tugen | Pointe du Raz & South | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 21 km |
| Baie des Trépassés | Pointe du Raz & South | Beach Break | Advanced / Pro | 25 km |
| Plozevet | Pointe du Raz & South | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 39 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Crozon Peninsula
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Crozon Peninsula surf guide →
A week here costs from about $481 with flights from Europe, or around $945 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $500 →
Anse de Dinan: common questions
When is the best time to surf Anse de Dinan?
Anse de Dinan works best from September to April. Ideal conditions: Clean swell, favourable wind.
Is Anse de Dinan good for beginners?
No. Anse de Dinan is a wave for intermediate and advanced surfers. The closest beginner-friendly spot we cover is Porsmilin in Crozon Peninsula, about 11 km away.
How crowded is Anse de Dinan?
Anse de Dinan is usually empty: 1 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Anse de Dinan?
Anse de Dinan is in Crozon Peninsula, in the Finistère (Brittany) region of France (48.238, -4.567). The nearest wave we cover is La Palue, about 2 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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