Surf Hossegor
Europe’s hollow beach break capital — power, barrels, and prestige.
La Gravière
Barrels
WSL Venue
Heavy Beach Break
10+
Surf Spots
230+
Sunny Days/Year
September–November
Peak Season
3–12ft
Wave Height
Why Hossegor?
France’s premier performance surf zone — famous for world-class tubes and surf festivals.
- La Gravière — Europe’s answer to Pipeline, known for thick barrels
- Consistent beach breaks with punch and power
- Host of the Quiksilver Pro France, a top-tier WSL event
- Surrounded by pine forests, markets, and surf brands HQs
Travel Information
Getting There
- • Fly into Biarritz Airport (BIQ) or Bordeaux (BOD)
- • Train to Bayonne or Dax, then short drive to Hossegor
- • Stay near Plage Centrale or La Nord for best access
Best Time to Visit
- • Autumn (Sept–Nov) for peak swell and perfect sandbanks
- • Summer is fun for intermediates but less punchy
- • Spring can deliver but is more hit-or-miss
Local Tips
- • Hossegor is for confident surfers — waves are fast and heavy
- • Sandbars shift — check where locals are paddling
- • Off-season is quieter but still surfable and beautiful