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Vieux Boucau (north beach)
France, Landes
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Datum: WGS84 [ Help ] |
Latitude: 43° 47.736' N |
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it takes place at the north beach of Vieux Boucau. Near a camping called "Les Sablères" DistanceIn the city WalkInstant access (< 5min) Easy to find?Easy to find Public access?Public access Special accessDon't know |
Surf Spot Characteristics
Alternative name Port d'Albret
Surf Spot Quality
Wave qualityRegional Classic
ExperienceAll surfers
FrequencyRegular
Wave
TypeSand-bar
DirectionRight and left
BottomSandy
Power
Normal lengthNormal (50 to 150m)
Good day lengthVery Long (300 to 500 m)
Tide, Swell and Wind
Good swell direction
Good wind direction
Swell sizeStarts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 2.5m+ / 8ft+
Best tide positionMid and high tide
Best tide movementRising tide
More details
Week crowdFew surfers
Week-end crowdCrowded
Dangers
Additional Information
Good spot but streams are very strong! But there are lifeguards in summer.the best period is autumn.
Atmosphere
The atmosphere is cool, take it easy with locals.
In summer, it's very crowded.
General
it's a good spot for everybody!
Author: Anonymous Contributors (2) They surfed this spot ! (196)
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Vieux Boucau north beach |
Vieux Boucau north beach |
Vieux Boucau north beach |
Vieux Boucau north beach |
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Comments
By Anonymous , 21-05-2009
srfing in july - HI!
Wann go to Mimizian or Vieux Boucau in july this summer...I´m afraid to have no swell- is it true or can i surf also in july?
Thx Sonsi
By waveroots , 18-09-2008
Session Port d'Albret - Vieux Boucau - Nice week in Port d'Albret last May 2008 : http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x6skoy_landesrider-le-teaser
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By Anonymous , 29-08-2009
I liked it - Surfed here during August 09, flat at first but slowly got bigger until it was experts only (which doesn't include me!). Nice regular swell, best with tide going out, warm water, good vibe.