Surf spot
Le Jetty, St Pierre
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- Country
- Reunion
- Coordinates
- -21.3469, 55.4764
Le Jetty, St Pierre (Réunion) is one of the island’s better-known surf spots, located on the south coast in the town of Saint-Pierre. It’s a jetty/harbor break with waves that can offer fun, punchy surf when the swell lines up, especially compared with some of the more exposed reef breaks around Réunion.
Spot character
- Type: Jetty break / sheltered harbor-adjacent break
- Best for: Intermediate to advanced surfers, depending on conditions
- Wave quality: Can be fast and hollow at times, with short but energetic rides
- Consistency: Depends heavily on swell direction, wind, and sand/flow around the jetty
Conditions
- Works best with a clean S/SW swell or other swell angles that wrap into the harbor area.
- Offshore winds improve the shape a lot; onshore winds can make it messy quickly.
- Because it’s near a port/jetty, currents and shifting sandbars/flow can affect the takeoff and ride quality.
Hazards
- Strong currents and turbulent water near the structure
- Rocks/jetty infrastructure nearby
- Crowds can build when the spot is working
- As with many Réunion breaks, it’s important to be aware of local conditions, marine life, and any access restrictions near the harbor
Vibe
Saint-Pierre is one of the more lively surf towns on Réunion, so Le Jetty can have a local, energetic lineup when it’s on. It’s a spot that rewards patience and good wave positioning.
