Les Culs Nuls
Between Hossegor and Seignosse: powerful, hollow banks that often host contests.
Les Culs Nuls is just north of La Gravière, on the border with Seignosse. It has the area's power, with hollow peaks both left and right, but the crowd is usually a bit more spread out.
Its name comes from the beach's naturist tradition. It has hosted world tour events when the banks were at their best.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Best swell | W, NW, SW |
| Best wind (offshore) | E, SE, NE |
| Tide | Low to mid |
| Size | 1–3 m |
| Best season | Autumn |
| Crowd | Heavy |
| 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; a step-up on big autumn days. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Les Culs Nuls
The water is around 12 °C in winter and 21 °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
There are lots of locals and surfers from all over the world in season; reports mention some localism. Respect priority and don't surf as a group.
Surfing style
Powerful, hollow peaks.
Hazards
Currents, shallow water at low tide and crowds.
Map
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Other spots nearby
Hossegor
For many, the best beach break in Europe: fast, heavy barrels in very shallow water.
Seignosse
One of Seignosse's most reliable spots, with lots of peaks and lots of people.
Hossegor
Hossegor's big wave: it only switches on with lots of swell and holds over 5 m.
Seignosse
A slightly less crowded stretch of Seignosse, with good sandbanks.
Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.