Les Estagnots
One of Seignosse's most reliable spots, with lots of peaks and lots of people.
Les Estagnots is very consistent and has many beach-break peaks, with powerful walls both ways. Its easy access made it a classic for locals and travellers.
It has hosted international contests. Because it's almost always working, it's rarely empty: in season there are surfers of every level.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Best swell | W, NW |
| Best wind (offshore) | E, SE, NE |
| Tide | All tides |
| Size | 0.8–3 m |
| Best season | All year; best in 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 most days; a fish or funboard when it's small. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Les Estagnots
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
With so many people and mixed levels there's a lot of dropping in and some tension. Look carefully before paddling and respect priority.
Surfing style
Powerful, consistent beach break.
Hazards
Rip currents and crowds.
Map
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Other spots nearby
Hossegor / Seignosse
Between Hossegor and Seignosse: powerful, hollow banks that often host contests.
Seignosse
A slightly less crowded stretch of Seignosse, with good sandbanks.
Hossegor
For many, the best beach break in Europe: fast, heavy barrels in very shallow water.
Seignosse
Seignosse's main beach, with lefts next to an old collapsed jetty.
Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.