Kite Zone School - Kitesurf school - The spots

Hourtin-Carcans, the largest freshwater lake in France

Lake Hourtin Carcans Maubuisson is the largest natural freshwater lake in France: it stretches 18 km long and 5 km wide.
Surrounded by dune forests to the west, it is linked to the Arcachon Basin by Lake Lacanau and a series of canals.
Its natural environment is particularly preserved (wild marshes, white sand dunes and forest). We practice a multitude of nautical activities: stand up paddle, kitesurfing, kiteboarding, sailing, windsurfing, dinghy, catamaran ...

The school's Kitesurf area:

On the eastern shore of the lake, an area reserved for practice is used by the school for your kitesurfing courses:
the school has its feet in the water on Lachanau beach, a spot exposed to the prevailing winds, with thermals of 2 to 5 beauforts: certainly the best spot in Aquitaine and the South-West for learning to kitesurf .
The area is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth even more than 100 m from the edge. The bottom is clean without difficulty. Calm, shallow water and a steady wind are the key to effective learning, both in group and private lessons.