Located in Gironde, France, Hourtin is a fun beach break that delivers steep sections ideal for maneuvers when the conditions are right. The waves here are generally easy to surf, breaking for up to 100 meters (328 feet) over a sand bottom.
What are the best surf conditions for Hourtin?
It gets good from waist-high to double overhead. Longboards work well here, but it’s a good idea to bring a shortboard for when the swell picks up. This break is suitable for surfers of all levels. The surf here usually has a wave (5/10) and can get very crowded with tourists (8/10). The best winds are from the east. The best swells are from the northwest, west, and southwest. It breaks well on mid and low tides.
We recommend wearing a spring suit in the summer when water temperatures rise to 21°C (70°F). In winter, temperatures drop to 11°C (52°F), making a 5/4 wetsuit the best choice. See the temperature chart below for more data on this.
