Les Estagnots
Edit SpotAbout
It's a great spot with a good vibes. Families and beginners love this beach.
Atmosphere:
In the water, there's sometimes a bit of localism, depending on the sand bank but localism is by far not as strong as La Graviere or Biarritz.
Additional Info:
Due to the easy access and large car park with surf bar/restaurant it's a famous spot for travelers and locals. Waves are very reliable here and there are many peaks, although it is often quite crowded with surfers of mixed abilities dropping in relentlessly.
UPDATE: the parking lot is now closed to Camping Cars and vehicles over 1.80m
Location
Loading...Access
"Les Estagnots" is the best-known spot in Seignosse Océan, north of Hossegor. It is accessed by a large car park between which can be easily find by following the traffic signs.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy |
| Power | Fun |
| Frequency | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Long (150 to 300m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | SouthEast, East, NorthEast |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | North, NorthWest |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 10ft+ |
| Tide | All tides |
| Tide movement | Rising tide |
Crowd
| Week | Few surfers |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Crowded |
Dangers
Rips / undertow
Videos
None
Nearby spots
0.67 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
0.77 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
1.50 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |