Farstadstranda
A beach with reefs near the Atlantic Road, in Møre og Romsdal.
Farstadstranda is a sand beach with reefs on either side, on the Hustadvika coast, very close to the famous Atlantic Road. It works with a north-west swell and an easterly wind.
You park a few metres from the water.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Reef |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Best swell | NW, W |
| Best wind (offshore) | E, SE, S |
| Tide | Mid |
| Size | 1–2.5 m |
| Best season | Autumn and winter |
| Crowd | Light |
| 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 fish. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Farstadstranda
The water is around 6 °C in winter and 14 °C in late summer. This is what we'd bring for this spot's water, level and boards.
For water below 7 °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 AmazonSeal a ding on the spot and keep surfing.
View on AmazonWarm-water wax won't grip in this water.
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Localism and vibe
There are few locals, who according to reports look after the wave closely. Be respectful.
Surfing style
Reefs and beach.
Hazards
Rocks and cold water.
Map
Other spots nearby
Stad (Vestland)
Hoddevik's neighbour, by Ervik church: almost always bigger.
Stad (Vestland)
A reef on the Stad peninsula that only wakes up with big westerly swell.
Stad (Vestland)
A white-sand bay between mountains on the Stad peninsula, with a surf school and camp.
Sola (Jæren)
The Jæren beach closest to Stavanger, with the cleanest peak by the northern rocks.
Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.