Soustons-Plage
Beach break · Landes · Intermediate → Charger
About this spot
Plage des Casernes in a dune setting. Lefts and rights depending on sandbars — can get very hollow when conditions align. Best at low to mid tide on a W/NW swell.
Spot photos
Soustons in detail
Swell season for your level
- Intermediate: all year round
- Advanced: September → April
- Charger: November → March
Based on 5 years of offshore swell. The wind, often decisive on summer afternoons, is not in it: check the forecast
Intermediate → Charger
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 Soustons
What tide is best for surfing Soustons?
Soustons usually works best around mid-falling. The tide shapes the sandbanks and the depth over the reef, so check the day's tide times before your session.
Is Soustons suitable for beginners?
Soustons 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 Soustons?
The ideal wind at Soustons 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 Soustons?
Around Soustons, you can also check conditions at Hourquet, Vieux-Boucau, Le Penon. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.