Where can you surf in Landes?
Yosurf tracks 9 surf spots in Landes, with a spot page for comparing waves, wind, recommended level and nearby breaks.
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🌲 Landes· 🇫🇷 France
Landes surf forecast (Biscarrosse, Mimizan, Moliets)
From Biscarrosse to Soustons, the Landes coast unfurls kilometers of consistent beach breaks between dunes and forest, Mimizan, Contis, Moliets, Messanges, ideal for progression and solid sessions alike.
September to November: consistent swells, water still warm and winds often more manageable.
Tracked spots
9 spots
Data
waves, swell, wind
Forecast
7 days · hourly
Swell season by level
For the 8 spots in this region whose season we calculate, these are the months when the swell is the right size for each level, not counting wind, tide or weather: check the spot's forecast before you go.
- Beginner: April → September
- Intermediate: all year round
- Advanced: September → April
| Month | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | swell does not suit | swell suits | swell suits |
| February | swell does not suit | swell suits | swell suits |
| March | swell does not suit | swell suits | swell suits |
| April | swell suits | swell suits | swell suits |
| May | swell suits | swell suits | swell does not suit |
| June | swell suits | swell suits | swell does not suit |
| July | swell suits | swell suits | swell does not suit |
| August | swell suits | swell suits | swell does not suit |
| September | swell suits | swell suits | swell suits |
| October | swell does not suit | swell suits | swell suits |
| November | swell does not suit | swell suits | swell suits |
| December | swell does not suit | swell suits | swell suits |
See the details for the 8 spots
Landes
- Biscarrosse-PlageBeginner: April → September · Intermediate: August → June · Advanced: September → April
- Mimizan-PlageBeginner: April → September · Intermediate: all year round · Advanced: September → April
- Contis-PlageBeginner: April → September · Intermediate: all year round · Advanced: September → April
- Cap-de-l'Homy (Lit-et-Mixe)Intermediate: all year round · Advanced: September → April · Charger: November → March
- Saint-Girons-PlageBeginner: April → September · Intermediate: all year round · Advanced: September → April
- Moliets-PlageBeginner: April → September · Intermediate: all year round · Advanced: September → April
- MessangesBeginner: April → September · Intermediate: all year round · Advanced: September → April · Charger: November → March
- Soustons-PlageIntermediate: all year round · Advanced: September → April · Charger: November → March
Landes surf spots
Landes
Biscarrosse-PlagePremier spot landais. École et compétitions.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerMimizan-PlagePlage du Courant. École reconnue.Beach break · All levelsContis-PlageSpot des Landes préservé, cadre forestier.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerCap-de-l'Homy (Lit-et-Mixe)Village à dunes, ambiance authentique.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerSaint-Girons-PlageSpot sauvage à côté de Moliets.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerMoliets-PlageÉtape historique du tour pro. École dynamique.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerMessangesPlage Sud, ambiance camping et surf.Beach break · All levelsVieux-Boucau-les-BainsPlage du Penon, ambiance village basque.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerSoustons-PlagePlage des Casernes, cadre dunaire.Beach break · Intermediate → Charger
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Surf camps Landes
Camps Mimizan, Moliets, Messanges
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Hôtels Landes
Biscarrosse, Mimizan, Vieux-Boucau
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Local guides
The local brief, spot by spot, season, swell, wind, tide and the vibe.
Biscarrosse-Plage
Sand, peaks everywhere, and the Landes pine forest at your back. Welcome to Bisca.
Mimizan-Plage
Peaks as far as you can see, a current carving the coast, and zero crowd off-season.
Contis-Plage
A wild beach break, a zebra-striped lighthouse and zero crowds: Contis is the Landes in their purest form.
Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains
The Landes beach break that fires when the sand plays nice.
Frequently asked about surfing Landes
How do you pick the best Landes surf spot today?
Start with the session score, then check wave height, swell period and wind. Light offshore or cross-offshore wind often matters more than raw wave size.
What is the best season to surf in Landes?
September to November: consistent swells, water still warm and winds often more manageable.
Can beginners surf in Landes?
Yes, some breaks can suit beginners when the swell stays small. Choose lifeguarded beaches, surf schools and avoid strong-current days.
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