The Surf Window

Las Palmas

Canary Islands, Spain

Reef breakIntermediate

Gran Canaria's capital city surf scene, a fun, consistent reef break at La Cicer beach year-round waves in warm Atlantic water in one of Spain's most vibrant cities.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalN (0°)
WindowW–E (270°–90°)
Size4-10ft

Wind

NE

Offshore

Tide

Mid to high

LowMidHigh

Season

October–March

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Sand and rock (La Barra reef bar)

Shape

Fun, punchy peaks, partially sheltered by the natural reef bar

Length

50–100m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: Natural reef bar creates partly sheltered conditions; more forgiving than open ocean breaks.

Hazards

  • •Rock reef (La Barra), be aware of its position
  • •Boat traffic in the bay
  • •Crowded, Las Palmas is a large city and this is the local break

Local Tips

  • •Las Canteras beach beside the break is one of Europe's great urban beaches, incredible for a post-surf walk.
  • •The city's surf shops and cafes make this a full-service surf experience year-round.

Location

Map showing the location of Las Palmas in Canary Islands, Spain

28.1324, -15.4461