Open the ground on the map together with the wind, wave and water temperature layers.
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13 Catalogue species
- Not checked on site
A ground profile built from catalogue and map data.
Not checked on site
Species in the catalogue
13Top species here in October
- Gilthead seabream 100/100
- European seabass 100/100
- European squid 89/100
- White seabream 89/100
- Pollack 89/100
- Atlantic horse mackerel 88/100
A 0–100 score from season, water temperature, habitat and local records; a general trend, not a guarantee.
Sorted by the October score
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Gilthead seabream Very good · 100
Targeted locally
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European seabass Very good · 100
Targeted locally
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European squid Very good · 89
In regional literature
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Atlantic horse mackerel Very good · 88
Recorded here
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Striped red mullet Very good · 80
Recorded here
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Common cuttlefish Very good · 78
In regional literature
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European conger Very good · 77
Recorded here
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Common two-banded seabream Very good · 76
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Atlantic mackerel Very good · 75
Mentioned locally
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Common octopus Good · 69
Recorded here
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Garfish Good · 64
Recorded nearby
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Flathead grey mullet Good · 62
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European sardine Not recommended this month
Recorded nearby
Local evidence: OBIS/GBIF observation records (at this spot or nearby), regional literature and local angling sources.
The species list is not a guarantee of a catch.
Catalogue months
12 / 12 monthsThe source lists every month. Results depend on the species, the weather and the sea.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
Getting to the ground
Facilities nearby according to map records
| Facility | Map record | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency services 112 | 112 | — |
Distances follow the map record; routes and opening status can change.
Source details
The access evidence is derived from map data; actual right of way and private property were not verified on site.
Take care on site
Tide/waves
Suggested precaution Check tide/waves and local signs; get permission at harbour facilities
Physical profile
- Habitat
- A5.13
Shore types
- Sandy beach
- Rocky shore
- Pier / quay
- Mixed shore
- Shoal / reef
Bottom
- Sand
- Rock
- Seaweed
Depth and slope values are derived from the EMODnet raster model; they are not sonar or field measurements.
Water clarity
Month-by-month turbidity of the coastal water, from satellite measurements.
Usually in October
Very murky · visibility ≈ 0.8 m
Month by month
- JJan
- FFeb
- MMar
- AApr
- MMay
- JJun
- JJul
- AAug
- SSep
- OOct
- NNov
- DDec
Satellite measurement; missing months from neighbouring months. The satellite sees about 200 m offshore; the surf zone within casting distance is usually murkier. Today’s estimate is adjusted for weather and sea when the spot forecast is opened; it is not certain.
Source: Copernicus Marine coastal ocean colour (2023–2026) and Open-Meteo.
Which bait here this month
In October the water here is usually very murky
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Gilthead seabream Natural bait
First: Sardine
Also: Crab, Mussel, LRF micro soft plastic, Jighead + soft worm
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European seabass Natural bait
First: Sardine
Also: Shrimp, Cuttlefish, Squid, Hard minnow
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European squid Natural bait
First: Horse mackerel
Also: Squid jig
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White seabream Natural bait
First: Mussel
Also: Cuttlefish, Squid, LRF micro soft plastic, Scented soft plastic
Species the research highlights at this spot this month; the water may differ on the day.
Water climate
Surface water temperature and dissolved oxygen, month by month.
Surface water (°C)
- 9.7 JJan
- 9.3 FFeb
- 10 MMar
- 11.8 AApr
- 14.2 MMay
- 16.6 JJun
- 18 JJul
- 18.5 AAug
- 17.4 SSep
- 15.9 OOct
- 13.7 NNov
- 11.3 DDec
Oxygen (mg/L)
- 9.8
- 10
- 9.9
- 9.6
- 9.2
- 9
- 8.3
- 8
- 8.1
- 8.5
- 9
- 9.5
Lowest oxygen at the bottom 6.6 mg/L (model bottom 6.4 m).
Temperature: NOAA OISST 1991–2020 satellite mean (nearest 0.25° cell to the spot). Oxygen: Copernicus 2015–2024 monthly mean.
Other grounds nearby
- Plage de Villès-Martin Saint-Nazaire
- Plage du Grand Traict Saint-Nazaire
- Étang du Bois Joalland (Saint-Nazaire) Étang du Bois Joalland, Pays de la Loire
- Vieux Môle Saint-Nazaire
- Plage de Bonne-Source Pornichet
- Saint-Brevin-les-Pins · shore fishing spot Saint-Brevin-les-Pins
- Port d'Échouage Pornichet
- Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef · shore fishing spot Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef
Data quality
- Data set
- Atlantic Ocean
- Field check
- No
Map data does not confirm a right of way. Not to be used for navigation. Before you fish, check local rules, permits and the signage on site.
