Advanced Surf Spots in France
3 surf breaks we map are rated for advanced surfers in France: La Gravière, La Nord and Parlementia.
Last updated · Counted from the surf breaks we map — each break's own season, level and wave type
- Beach breaks
- 2
- Reef breaks
- 1
The advanced breaks
Best months are filled in where the break states a season. Open a break for its map, photos and the property nearest the lineup.
- La Gravière
Hossegor
- Wave
- Beach break · A-frame peaks (lefts and rights)
- Level
- Advanced
- Season
- September to November (autumn)
- Tide
- All tides; sandbar-dependent
- Watch out
- Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out.
- La Nord
- Wave
- Beach break · A-frame peaks (lefts and rights)
- Level
- Advanced
- Season
- September to November (autumn)
- Tide
- All tides; sandbar-dependent
- Watch out
- Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out.
- Parlementia
- Wave
- Reef break · Right-hand
- Level
- Advanced
- Season
- September to November (autumn)
- Tide
- Best on a mid-to-high tide
- Watch out
- Breaks over shallow coral or rock reef — booties are recommended and mind the take-off zone.
Other levels in France
Frequently asked questions
Where can advanced surfers surf in France?
3 surf breaks we map are rated for advanced surfers in France: La Gravière, La Nord and Parlementia.
When is the best time for advanced surfers to surf France?
The advanced-rated breaks we map in France are mostly at their best in September to November.
What kind of waves are the advanced surf spots in France?
Of the 3 advanced breaks we map in France, 2 are beach breaks and 1 is a reef break.