yosurf

Seignosse - Les Estagnots

Beach break · Landes · Beginner → Advanced

Reading the tides…

Estagnots surf today

Forecast for Friday 16 October

Intermediate : Too big for your level. Don't mess with that.

Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)

  • Beginner —
  • Intermediate —
  • Advanced 70
  • Waves 2.3 m · 13 s period
  • Wind NW 9 km/h (gusts 23 km/h)
  • Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 08:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00

About this spot

The beach where the pros surf their warmups. But at low tide there's always some white water for beginners too. Good banks near the access path. Can be very powerful on a big W/NW swell.

LandesBeach breakBeginner → AdvancedNW swell

Spot photos

Read the full guideOur in-depth spot guide: sessions, access, tips.→Estagnots surf todayHourly score, tides and today's best session window.→

Estagnots 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 Estagnots

Is Estagnots suitable for beginners?

Estagnots 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 Estagnots?

The ideal wind at Estagnots 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 Estagnots?

Around Estagnots, you can also check conditions at Bourdaines, Hossegor Nord, Le Penon. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.