The coast of the Basque Country has the best beaches for surfing and here we comment some of them
Donostia: Zurriola beach usually hosts various surfing events and is a good option for the newly initiated surfer. The waves break both right and left and offers tubing sections where the surfer can enjoy this sport to the fullest. Being an urban beach and its easy access, from time to time the beach is usually crowded with surfers and complicates the practice of this sport.
Surf Zurriola
Gaztetape: This 180-meter beach located in Getaria, is more visited by surfers than bathers. Right and left waves, the sea provides the option for surfers of different levels to ride on top of the water and tame the sea for a few seconds. The beach is equipped with showers and toilets and is a good refuge for surfers.
Surf Getaria
Karramarro: Karramarro cove located between Getaria and Zarautz, does not have services on the beach but it is a good place for surfing as the 3 meter waves are left-handed and very constant. The access to the cove is not easy but if you are looking for tranquility and few people to relax, this is the place.
Surf Karramarro
La Antilla Beach: Orio beach is 220 in length and being located on the old seawall, the waves offered by the beach are fast and varied but with a size of about 2 meters high. This swell helps beginners in this sport to improve their technique and thanks to the different services and activities offered by the beach, it is a good option for non-veteran surfers.
Surf Orio
Santiago Beach: This beach of more than 400 meters long is located in Deba and has a strong swell. Its waves of 5 meters and breaking right constantly, make surfing here is not a task for beginners and requires maximum attention to the surfer. To learn more about the town, see the Deba article.
Deba Surf
Meñakoz: This beach is located in Barrika and its 400 meters long and its abundant stone, together with the cliff and rocks, make this place an attractive spot for the risky surfer. Its right wave of a large size is sought after by surfers, but these waves are only suitable for very experienced people, there is no place for the beginner.
Meñakoz Surf
Mundaka: Undoubtedly the crown jewel of surfing in the Basque Country. This beach hosts international championships and is considered by many as “the best left-handed surfing in Europe”. The beach offers almost perfect waves but you need a high level in the handling of the board to enjoy the sea. If you want more information, consult the Mundaka Surf Club website.
Surf Mundaka
Zarautz: Cradle of the Basque surfers, the beach of Zarautz is the largest in the entire Basque Country and is the ideal place for both newcomers and veterans. The surfing culture of this beach and the wide range of activities offered by the beach for the surfer make this place a very pleasant area and when international competitions are held, the atmosphere is unbeatable. If you want more information about surf lessons, check the Zarautz Surf School website.
Surf Zarautz
Here is a video about the best surfing beaches in the Basque Country:
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