Reef left · Gipuzkoa · Intermediate → Charger
Forecast for Monday 31 August
Intermediate : Nothing to surf today. Rest those arms.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
One of the best waves in Guipúzcoa, set between Zumaia and Getaria. A highly technical spot with multiple rocky-bottom peaks — a main right, a left and, further out, the legendary big wave Roka Puta.
Autumn and winter deliver the best conditions, with long powerful swells from the north.
For experts only. Powerful waves, strong currents or technical bottom. Ask locally first.
Direct access from the beach, but mind the rocky bottom. Wetsuit + booties recommended, do not surf at low tide.
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Orrua usually works best around mid-tide. The tide shapes the sandbanks and the depth over the reef, so check the day's tide times before your session.
Orrua is rather recommended for advanced 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.
The ideal wind at Orrua comes broadly from South: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Orrua, you can also check conditions at Roca Puta, Zumaia, Zarautz. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.