Hourtin-Plage
Beach break · Gironde · Beginner → Advanced
Hourtin surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Not great, but surfable around 19h. — Best window: 17h–20h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner —
- Intermediate 53
- Advanced 75
- Waves 1.7 m · 13 s period
- Wind NW 5 km/h (gusts 21 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 07:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
Family resort in the pine forest, with plenty of cycle paths between lakes and forests. At low tide a long beach break opens up with hollow peaks and powerful shore dump. Gets crowded in summer — explore north for quieter peaks.
Spot photos
Hourtin in detail
When to surf here
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
Beginner → Advanced
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Hourtin
Is Hourtin suitable for beginners?
Hourtin is rather recommended for intermediate surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
What wind is ideal for Hourtin?
The ideal wind at Hourtin comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Hourtin?
Around Hourtin, you can also check conditions at Le Pin Sec, Montalivet, Carcans. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.