Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains
Beach break · Landes · Beginner → Advanced
Vieux-Boucau 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 79
- Waves 2.1 m · 13 s period
- Wind NW 8 km/h (gusts 26 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 08:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
Between Les Sablères, the Grande Plage and Port d'Albret, there's always a sandbar to find. Plage du Penon has a classic Basque village vibe. Consistent waves. Best at low to mid tide on a W/NW swell.
Spot photos
Vieux-Boucau 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 Vieux-Boucau
Is Vieux-Boucau suitable for beginners?
Vieux-Boucau 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 Vieux-Boucau?
The ideal wind at Vieux-Boucau 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 Vieux-Boucau?
Around Vieux-Boucau, you can also check conditions at Hourquet, Messanges, Soustons. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.