The Surf Window

Seignosse

Landes, France

Beach breakAdvanced

A long stretch of beach break north of Hossegor producing excellent hollow peaks when Atlantic swells arrive, quality waves in a slightly less crowded environment than the core Hossegor zone.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size4-8ft

Wind

NE

Offshore

Tide

Any

LowMidHigh

Season

September–November

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Hollow, fast beach-break peaks

Length

75–125m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced
  • •Why: Powerful, hollow beach break in the same league as Hossegor, requires tube-riding ability.

Hazards

  • •Shallow sandbars
  • •Rips between peaks
  • •Natural park area, limited facilities

Local Tips

  • •Walk the beach north from Hossegor to find uncrowded peaks on busy days.
  • •The natural pine forest behind the beach gives Seignosse a more secluded feel than central Hossegor.

Location

Map showing the location of Seignosse in Landes, France

43.6743, -1.3871