Offshore Stays

Surf France: the best surf towns, seasons and spots

Where to surf in France: 2 surf towns compared by surf season (mostly April–May, September–November), waves, skill level and sea temperature.

Best time to surf France: April–May, September–November is main surf season in most of its surf towns. The table below shows each town's own season.

France surf towns compared

TownBest surfWavesSuitsSea temp
Biarritz surfEuropeApril–May, September–Novemberbeach breaks and reef breaksall levels12–23°C
Hossegor surfEuropeSeptember–Novemberbeach breaksintermediate and advanced surfers12–23°C

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to surf France?
Across the 2 surf towns we cover in France, April–May, September–November is main surf season in most of them. Biarritz: April–May, September–November; Hossegor: September–November.
Where is the water warmest for surfing in France?
Biarritz has the warmest sea of the towns we cover, around 23°C in August. The coldest is Biarritz, around 12°C in February.
Where should beginners surf in France?
Biarritz has breaks that suit beginners. The other towns are better for surfers who already ride green waves.

Sea temperatures and weather come from each town's page, where the sources and dates are listed. Surf seasons, break types and skill levels are our editorial review.