La Graviere
La Graviere is arguably the world's heaviest beachbreak—a freight-train of a wave that breaks with reef-like power over shifting sand banks in Hossegor, France. The Gouf de Capbreton submarine canyon focuses Atlantic swells directly at this stretch of beach, producing thick, dredging barrels that have humbled many pros. When it's on, the tubes are round and perfect, but the closeouts are savage and the paddle-outs punishing. This is where beachbreak surfing reaches its absolute ceiling.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- WNW (295°)
- Direction range
- 265° - 330°
- Size range
- 1m - 3.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.8m
- Height multiplier
- 1.08×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (100°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 140°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
8/10
👥 Summer Holidays (Jul 4 – Sep 1) — expect extra crowds
Access: Beach
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at La Graviere?
La Graviere works best on a low to mid tide. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at La Graviere?
Offshore wind at La Graviere blows from the E (100°). Anything in the 60° to 140° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at La Graviere?
La Graviere wants WNW swell (265° to 330°) between 1m and 3.5m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf La Graviere?
The main season at La Graviere is Sep-Nov. A secondary window runs Mar-May. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is prime. Offshore canyon focuses swell.
How do I get to La Graviere?
Fly into BIQ, then allow about 25 minutes by road. Beach
What kind of wave is La Graviere?
La Graviere is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 8/10.
Best Season
Peak: Sep-Nov
Secondary: Mar-May
Autumn (Sep-Nov) is prime. Offshore canyon focuses swell.
Getting There
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