23 years of passion and challenge
Professionals and amateurs from all 4 corners of the globe will be on the water at Gruissan (Occitanie) for the 23rd Wind Challenge from May 23rd to June 1st, 2025.
This major gathering of enthusiasts, dubbed the “Woodstock of surfing”, brings together some 2,200 riders and focuses on three disciplines: Windsurfing, Kiteboarding and Wingfoil.
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Exhibitors
Defi Wind
- May 29th to June 1st, 2025 -
1500 places available
With over 1,500 participants (aged 13 to 76) in 2024, Defi Wind is the world’s biggest windsurfing event, often compared to the “Woodstock of windsurfing”. This extraordinary race is a showcase of intense athletic performance, spanning one of the longest distances in competition.
- 23rd edition
- Marathon of the Seas – a 40 km Long Distance challenge
- Pros and Amateurs on the same starting line
- Open to Everyone
Enthusiasts from all corners of the globe come together at the same place and time to share their passion. After the thrilling on-water spectacle, the event continues on land, where attendees can explore numerous exhibitor stands and enjoy evening concerts. Defi Wind, the Experience– a unique blend of passion, competition, and camaraderie.
Defi WING
- May 26th to 28th, 2025 -
500 places available
In 2024, Gruissan was the scene of the third edition of the Defi Wing, a new wingfoil version of the famous Defi Wind. 400 wingfoil enthusiasts answered the call to line up on the iconic rabbit start in front of the Vieille Nouvelle beach. Epic battles animated the waters, extending into the village with an exceptional atmosphere between professionals, amateurs and spectators!
- 4th edition
- 500 participants expected
- Open to Everyone
Join us, relish this unique moment, and explore our brand village featuring the latest wingfoil innovations. The vibe is always electric in the village, transitioning swiftly into evening mode once the competition concludes.
Come and experience the excitement with us!
Defi KITE
- May 23rd to 25th, 2025 -
400 places available
The 10th Defi Kite, the world’s biggest kitesurfing event, took place in Gruissan from May 3rd to 5th 2024, with almost 350 kitesurfers from 12 countries.
- 10th Edition
- A unique experience
- Open to Everyone from 14 Years Old
Organizers present an extraordinary competition format for this colossal sea marathon, featuring several legs of 40 kilometers each. A long distance which, depending on your level of fitness, will take between 1 hour and 2h30. The intensity of the regatta reaches new heights and offers spectacular images.
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- hello@defiwind.fr
- Gruissan plage, 11430
