Biarritz
France
Surfing in Europe is often said to have started here in the late 1950s. Biarritz’s beaches, like the Côte des Basques, offer friendly waves for longboarders and beginners, with an elegant seaside town just above the sand. It is a great place to mix surfing with culture.
- Break type
- Beach break
- Best for
- All levels
- Best season
- September – November
- Best swell
- West to Northwest
- Best wind
- East to Southeast (offshore)
- Country
- France
Know Before You Go
- Rocks at some beaches
- Crowds
- Big tide changes
Spot guides are general information. Conditions change constantly. Always check local rules, talk to lifeguards and locals, and never paddle out beyond your ability.
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