The Surf Window

Bakio

Basque Country, Spain

Beach breakIntermediate

A beautiful, exposed beach break on Vizcaya's rugged Basque coast, consistent, punchy peaks in a dramatic cliff-and-island setting with the iconic San Juan de Gaztelugatxe church looming above.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalN (0°)
WindowNNW–ENE (330°–60°)
Size4-10ft

Wind

NE

Offshore

Tide

Any

LowMidHigh

Season

October–March

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Punchy, medium-speed beach-break peaks

Length

50–100m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: Sandy bottom and consistent beach break are forgiving, but the exposed coastline creates stronger rips on bigger swells.

Hazards

  • •Rips on bigger swells
  • •Exposed to full Atlantic NW winds
  • •Rocky headlands at both ends

Local Tips

  • •The San Juan de Gaztelugatxe island and its 231-step staircase to the chapel is one of the Basque Country's most iconic sights, walk it before or after your session.
  • •Famous as a filming location for Game of Thrones, the scenery is genuinely extraordinary.

Location

Map showing the location of Bakio in Basque Country, Spain

43.4230, -2.8143