Campelo
A small cove between Pantín and A Frouxeira with hollow, fast waves, mostly rights.
Campelo is a short cove tucked between rocks, next to Pantín. It gets the same swell as its neighbour, but the wave is shorter, faster and hollower, mostly breaking right.
Because it's small, the peak fills up quickly in summer and at weekends. It's a good alternative when Pantín is messy.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Best swell | NW, W |
| Best wind (offshore) | SE, E |
| Tide | Mid to high |
| Size | 0.8–2.5 m |
| Best season | Autumn to spring |
| Crowd | Medium |
| Localism | Medium |
Surf forecast
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Model forecast for open water a few kilometres offshore: it can't see sandbanks or the shelter of headlands and jetties. The rating (0–5) is worked out from this spot's ideal swell and wind. Use it as a guide and check the sea before paddling out. Data: Open-Meteo (DWD, ECMWF; CC BY 4.0)
Which board to bring
A shortboard or a fish with good rails for the fast sections. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Campelo
The water is around 12 °C in winter and 17 °C in late summer. This is what we'd bring for this spot's water, level and boards.
The autumn-to-spring suit for water at 12–16 °C.
View on AmazonWarm feet in winter and protection on rocks.
View on AmazonKeeps your board from drifting off or hitting someone.
View on AmazonThe classic fish fins: speed in soft waves.
View on AmazonWarm-water wax won't grip in this water.
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Localism and vibe
With such a small peak, the vibe can get tense when it's busy. Wait your turn and stay off the peak if you're a beginner.
Surfing style
Short, hollow, fast waves.
Hazards
Rocks at both ends of the cove.
Map
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Other spots nearby
Valdoviño
One of the most consistent beaches in Spain and, for decades, the home of the Pantín Classic.
Valdoviño
A beach several kilometres long with peaks everywhere and room for everyone.
Ferrol
Ferrol's go-to beach: very consistent, with barrelling peaks and a lagoon behind it.
Oleiros
The sheltered beach in the A Coruña estuary: gentle waves and surf schools when it's huge outside.
Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.