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“Although I've only been surfing the Presqu'ile spots frequently for a few months, when it's on, Kerloch is my favourite.
This is a great spot for beginner and intermediate level surfers. The surf is consistent, but the waves are quite slow to build and can often be tricky to catch without a lot of paddling, hence the spot's popularity with longboarders. Being a beach break, you'd expect the waves to close out quickly but it offers decent rides left and right when the conditions are good.
Access is easy with two small car parks right next to the beach where the main road runs past. There is a cafe next to the beach that only opens in high season, but Cameret-Sur-Mer and Crozon/Morgat are not far away, both of which have full amenities. Can get a little crowded.”
Mike C from FRANCE - 08 Jun 2015
Kerloch Ratings
Overall: 2.0. Based on 6 votes and 1 review. Vote
Quality on a good day: 3.2(1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class). |
Consistency of Surf: 3.4(1: Kerloch is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot). |
Regional Rating: 3.3(1: Kerloch is usually very poor quality compared to other spots in Finistere - Brittany. 5: the best break in Finistere - Brittany). |
Difficulty Level: 1.4(1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only). |
Onshore Wind: 2.2(1: even a light onshore ruins the surf. 5: Kerloch can offer better rides with a light wind behind them). |
Other Options: 4.0(1: If wind or tide conditions are poor at Kerloch, it will be poor everywhere nearby. 5: other locations nearby provide a rich variety of wind and swell exposures). |
Wind and Kite Surfing: 3.5(1: An unsuitable spot. 5: Wind and wave conditions at Kerloch are often excellent). |
Water Quality: 3.8(1: Known health risks from pollution. 5: Never any pollution). |
Crowds: 2.8(1: Often too crowded. 5: Kerloch is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers). |
Access: 5.0(1: Getting to Kerloch requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break). |
Scenery: 5.0(1: An ugly industrial backdrop. 5: A spectacular setting). |
Local Attitude: 4.5(1: Locals are hostile to visitors. 5: Either there are no locals who surf, or else they are accommodating and friendly). |
Accommodation: 3.2(1: No convenient places to stay indoors. 5: A wide variety of accommodation near Kerloch for all budgets from hostels to luxury hotels). |
Camping: 2.5(1: Camping at Kerloch is not possible. 3: Camping tolerated but no facilities. 5: A nearby camp ground has excellent facilities and a good vibe). |
Entertainment: 3.2(1: Besides the surf and the solitude there is nothing to do when it is flat. 5: Kerloch is in such an interesting area to visit that getting wet is a bonus). |
Equipment and Repairs: 1.2(1: Nothing can be sourced, not even wax. 5: Quality surfing equipment can be purchased or hired. Major repairs can be fixed too). |
Eating: 2.8(1: Bring your own food, there isn't even a shop. 5: A wide variety of places to eat and drink at Kerloch, from fast food and cafes to fancy restaurants). |
Drinking: 2.0(1: Alcohol is not allowed in the country. 5: There is an excellent pub near Kerloch where you can stay or park a camper van overnight). |
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