Top 10: The most beautiful spots for a romantic paddleboarding weekend

The Mediterranean is full of secrets, especially thanks to the calanques of Marseille. Caves, crystal-clear waters, hidden coves—come discover the most beautiful spots on the French Riviera with your SUP. In the heart of the Calanques National Park, you'll have the opportunity to admire the beauty of the calanques of Sugiton, Sormiou, Morgiou…

To best explore the calanques, you should plan half a day or a full day to enjoy a romantic picnic!

Near La Ciotat, come and admire a more secluded spot: the Figuerolles and Mugel coves. Turquoise waters and cliffs await!

This walk is relatively short. It will take you between 1 hour 30 minutes and half a day.

In the heart of Southwest France lies the Basque Coast, a must-visit spot for wave enthusiasts. Numerous competitions are held there. For a romantic weekend, take your inflatable paddleboard to explore the cliffs of Bidart. However, make sure your partner is a skilled paddler. For this type of excursion, everything depends on your experience level, as the Atlantic Ocean is synonymous with a more athletic paddle.

For paddleboarders who prefer calmer waters, Hossegor Lake is a great alternative. You can spend the day there and have lunch nearby.

Corsica boasts numerous idyllic spots, and the Lavezzi Islands are particularly breathtaking. To reach them, you'll discover Piana Island, a nature reserve, Ratino Island, Cavallo Island, and Saint-Bainzo Island. This is a long excursion and not suitable for beginners, but rather for experienced couples!

An extraordinary and romantic walk that will take you at least 4 hours. It's best to plan for the whole day if you want to enjoy the scenery facing the famous polished granite rocks.

Opposite Dinard, on the Emerald Coast, lies Saint-Malo. Enjoy a 2-3 hour paddle along the turquoise waters, admiring the city's ramparts. Nearby, you'll find the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel, not widely known as a stand-up paddleboarding spot, but nonetheless perfectly suited to the sport.

You can even take the opportunity to enjoy a Breton crepe together!

The Verdon Gorge is accessible from Lake Sainte-Croix. Simply paddle up the gorge on your favorite stand-up paddleboard (SUP) and you'll discover the magnificent Saint-Maurin waterfall. Allow approximately two hours to explore most of it.

If you wish to continue, go and visit the village of Moustier Sainte-Marie.

Head to Etretat for an unforgettable hike at the foot of the white chalk cliffs sculpted by the sea! An ideal spot to admire the works of art that nature offers us, as a couple.

Remember to plan your outing in advance by checking the tide coefficient.

What could be better than one of the most beautiful bays in the world for a SUP session with your loved one? The Bay of Somme offers a magnificent view to all paddle touring enthusiasts.

Allow 2 to 3 hours to discover the secrets of the channel maze.

Strikingly blue water, white sand beaches, yes indeed, this is Finistère! Come and spend a few hours strolling around the wild peninsula and enjoy a complete change of scenery!

Mountain lakes offer an ideal setting for stand-up paddleboarding. Lake Annecy is already well-known for the beauty of its crystal-clear water. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced paddler, this spot is perfect for you.

To enjoy this idyllic spot as a couple, you will need between 6 hours and a full day of walking.