La Graviere

World class spot with hollow, heavy surf for advanced riders.

La Graviere in Hossegor is widely regarded as one of the best and heaviest beach breaks in the world, producing thick, sand-bottom barrels that detonate just metres from shore. On solid W-NW swells, the shorebreak can reach 5 to 6 metres, delivering powerful, hollow pits with both lefts and rights that are strictly for experienced and expert surfers. The ideal conditions are a westerly swell with easterly offshore winds surfed around mid-to-incoming tide, and autumn — particularly October — offers the most consistent quality sessions. The underwater canyon offshore funnels swell energy toward the beach, amplifying wave power well beyond what the surrounding coastline receives. Hazards are serious: strong rip currents, extremely shallow water on the sandbar, board-breaking shorebreak, and dense crowds all demand caution and confidence. La Graviere has hosted WSL Championship Tour events and is a magnet for tube-riding specialists from around the globe.

Best months to surf La Graviere

Wave consistency

Very Consistent

Things to do nearby

• Explore the nearby town of Capbreton and its fish market
• Visit Seignosse for golf and beautiful beaches
• Enjoy shopping and dining in Hossegor's chic boutiques and cafes
• Attend one of the many surf competitions held throughout the year