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Level 6/10

Les Estagnots

Seignosse, France
🌀Strong rips👥Crowded

Les Estagnots is Seignosse's heavyweight contribution to the Landes beachbreak circus—a powerful, hollow wave that sits just north of Hossegor and shares the same Gouf de Capbreton canyon influence. When Atlantic storms light up the coast, this beach produces thick barrels that challenge even experienced surfers. The sandbanks shift constantly but often create defined peaks with genuine tube potential. It's less famous than nearby La Graviere but equally capable of world-class quality.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
NW (310°)
Direction range
270° - 350°
Size range
0.8m - 3.5m
Ideal period
14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
E (90°)
Offshore range
45° - 135°
Best window
morning

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.5m - 2m
Danger above
2.8m

Water temp

16°C

Wetsuit

4/3mm fullsuit

Difficulty

6/10

Crowd level

8/10

Access: Easy beach access. Large parking area.

Getting There

Airport
BIQ
Drive time
45 min

Best Season

Peak: Sep-Nov

Secondary: Mar-May

Autumn best for size and consistency

Data Quality

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