Where can you surf in Pays Basque?
Yosurf tracks 28 surf spots in Pays Basque, with a spot page for comparing waves, wind, recommended level and nearby breaks.
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🏄 Pays Basque· 🇫🇷 France
Pays Basque surf forecast
The Basque Country combines beach breaks, reef breaks and secondary waves, with iconic spots around Anglet, Biarritz, Guéthary and Hendaye.
Autumn is often excellent, while winter can become powerful and technical.
Tracked spots
28 spots
Data
waves, swell, wind
Forecast
7 days · hourly
Swell season by level
For the 18 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: March → November
- Intermediate: September → May
- Advanced: October → March
| Month | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | swell does not suit | swell suits | swell suits |
| February | swell does not suit | swell suits | swell suits |
| March | swell suits | swell suits | swell suits |
| April | swell suits | swell suits | swell does not suit |
| May | swell suits | swell suits | swell does not suit |
| June | swell suits | swell does not suit | swell does not suit |
| July | swell suits | swell does not suit | swell does not suit |
| August | swell suits | swell does not suit | swell does not suit |
| September | swell suits | swell suits | swell does not suit |
| October | swell suits | swell suits | swell suits |
| November | swell suits | swell suits | swell suits |
| December | swell does not suit | swell suits | swell suits |
See the details for the 18 spots
Pyrénées-Atlantiques
- Anglet - La MadragueBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → May · Advanced: October → March
- Anglet - Les Sables d'OrBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → May · Advanced: October → March
- Anglet - VVFBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → April · Advanced: October → March
- Anglet - Chambre d'AmourBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → May · Advanced: October → March
- Biarritz - Grande PlageBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → April · Advanced: October → March
- Biarritz - Port VieuxBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → May · Advanced and Charger: November → March
- Biarritz - Côte des BasquesBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → April · Advanced: October → March
- Biarritz - MarbellaBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → May · Advanced: October → March
- Biarritz - MiladyBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → May · Advanced: October → March
- Bidart - IlbarritzBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → May · Advanced: October → March
- Bidart - Pavillon RoyalBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → April · Advanced: September → March
- Bidart - ErretegiaBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → April · Advanced: October → March
- Bidart - CentreBeginner: March → October · Intermediate: September → May · Advanced: November → March
- Guéthary - ParlementiaIntermediate: September → May · Advanced and Charger: November → March
- Saint-Jean-de-Luz - LafiteniaIntermediate: September → March · Advanced and Charger: November → March
- ErromardieBeginner: March → November · Intermediate: September → May · Advanced: November → March
- MayarcoIntermediate: September → May · Advanced and Charger: November → March
- HendayeBeginner: September → May · Intermediate: September → April · Advanced: November → March
Pays Basque surf spots
Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Anglet - La BarreSpot historique, vagues puissantes près de la jetée de l'Adour.Beach break / jetée · Advanced → ChargerAnglet - Les CavaliersPlage star d'Anglet, beach break puissant.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerAnglet - MarinellaPlage centrale d'Anglet.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerAnglet - La MadraguePlage tranquille d'Anglet.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerAnglet - Les Sables d'OrPlage centrale d'Anglet, école active.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerAnglet - VVFPlage proche Chambre d'Amour.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerAnglet - Chambre d'AmourSept plages en enfilade. École et compétitions.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerBiarritz - Grande PlageLe coeur de Biarritz, sous le Casino.Beach break · All levelsBiarritz - Port VieuxPetite plage abritée du centre Biarritz.Beach break · All levelsBiarritz - Côte des BasquesBerceau du surf européen. Longboard et progression.Beach break · All levelsBiarritz - MarbellaPetite plage sous les falaises.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerBiarritz - MiladyPlage sud de Biarritz, plus calme.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerBidart - IlbarritzPlage entre Biarritz et Bidart.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerBidart - Pavillon RoyalSpot reef et beach mixte.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerBidart - ErretegiaCrique pittoresque encadrée de falaises.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerBidart - CentrePlage centrale de Bidart, school spot.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerGuéthary - AvalancheVague de récif majeure du Pays Basque.Reef break · Advanced → ChargerGuéthary - ParlementiaVague de récif puissante, pour confirmés.Reef break · Advanced → ChargerGuéthary - Les AlcyonsReef break exigeant à côté de Parlementia.Reef break · Advanced → ChargerCenitzPlage tranquille entre Guéthary et Saint-Jean-de-Luz.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerSaint-Jean-de-Luz - LafiteniaBelle vague de droite, spot technique.Reef break · Advanced → ChargerSaint-Jean-de-Luz - AcotzPlage des Flots Bleus, spot d'école sympa à côté de Lafiténia.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerSaint-Jean-de-Luz - Sainte-BarbeÀ côté du port, vagues sous la statue Sainte-Barbe.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerErromardieSpot familial entre Saint-Jean-de-Luz et Guéthary.Beach break · All levelsMayarcoPetite plage tranquille.Beach break · Intermediate → ChargerBelharra (Saint-Jean-de-Luz)Vague géante mythique, pour gros surf uniquement.Big wave / reef · Advanced → ChargerCiboure - SocoaBaie de Saint-Jean-de-Luz, plage abritée.Beach break · All levelsHendayeGrande baie protégée. Spot famille.Beach break · All levels
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Surf camps Pays Basque
Anglet, Biarritz, Hendaye
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Hôtels Biarritz
Centre Biarritz, vue océan
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Local guides
The local brief, spot by spot, season, swell, wind, tide and the vibe.
Frequently asked about surfing Pays Basque
How do you pick the best Pays Basque 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 Pays Basque?
Autumn is often excellent, while winter can become powerful and technical.
Can beginners surf in Pays Basque?
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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