Surf Spots in Capbreton
Capbreton's coastline stretches over 3 km from the harbour to the Hossegor border, offering 5 distinct surf spots. From the sheltered Prevent near the northern jetty to La Piste in the south, each beach has its own conditions, character and skill requirements.
5 spots
Each beach, its own character
Notre-Dame
North — near the lighthouseThe northernmost spot in Capbreton, bordering Hossegor. Notre-Dame offers a preserved natural setting and consistent waves in a less crowded environment than the central beaches.
La Centrale
Central-northCapbreton's main beach, supervised in season. Facing the seafront, La Centrale is ideal for beginners and families with gentle waves and easy access.
Le Prevent
Central — near CERSClose to the Gouf de Capbreton underwater canyon, Prevent benefits from unique conditions shaped by the deep sea trench. Waves can be hollow and fast thanks to the sand deposited by the canyon. A spot with real character for experienced surfers.
Discover this spot in detailLe Santocha
The club's historic spot, in the heart of the Capbreton coastline. Gently sloping sandy bottom, consistent waves, moderate currents — ideal conditions for learning and progressing safely. This is where Santocha Surf Club has been teaching for over 30 years.
Discover this spot in detailLa Piste
South — Hossegor borderThe southernmost spot in Capbreton, on the border with Hossegor. La Piste delivers the most consistent and powerful waves in town. Deep sandbars produce hollow waves — the playground of local surfers looking for a challenge.
Discover this spot in detailComparison
Which spot to choose?
Compare all 5 Capbreton spots at a glance to find the one that matches your level and goals.
Notre-Dame
La Centrale
Prevent
Santocha
La Piste
Level
Expert
Inter. to advanced
Inter. to advanced
All levels
Inter. to advanced
Tide
Mid-tide
Mid-tide
Rising
Mid-tide
Low
Swell
1m to 2.5m+
0.8m to 2m
0.8m to 2m
0.5m to 1.5m
1m to 2m+
Crowd
Low
Busy
Low
Moderate
Moderate
Parking
Limited
Bd Mitterrand
Limited
Free
Free
Notre-Dame
- LevelExpert
- TideMid-tide
- Swell1m to 2.5m+
- CrowdLow
- ParkingLimited
La Centrale
- LevelInter. to advanced
- TideMid-tide
- Swell0.8m to 2m
- CrowdBusy
- ParkingBd Mitterrand
Prevent
- LevelInter. to advanced
- TideRising
- Swell0.8m to 2m
- CrowdLow
- ParkingLimited
Santocha — Our spot
- LevelAll levels
- TideMid-tide
- Swell0.5m to 1.5m
- CrowdModerate
- ParkingFree
La Piste
- LevelInter. to advanced
- TideLow
- Swell1m to 2m+
- CrowdModerate
- ParkingFree
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