France offers some interesting variations of coastline. The Atlantic coast is associated with intricate coastline and Atlantic breakers which makes surfing and windsurfing very popular. The mediterranean offers good winds (particularly in the afternoons) and long flat beaches - not to mention the hectic salt water lakes found in the Languedoc Roussillon region. From a beginner learn to windsurf for the first time to the seasoned user, you'll find a stretch of beach for you.

Listed below you will find windsurfing schools in France who offer holidays and courses at varying levels.

Schools may or may not follow certain certification schemes such as RYA for example. Where they do you will see the relevant certification scheme logo displayed under 'affiliation' below. Courses are broadly divided into beginner, intermediate or advanced courses and depending on the school concerned, you may find a number of courses within each category.