Pointe du Raz & South · France
Surfing St-Tugen
A beach break in Pointe du Raz & South, France, for intermediate and advanced surfers.
- TypeBeach Break
- LevelIntermediate / Advanced
- Size2-7 ft
- Best monthsSep-Apr
- Crowd2/5
The wave
A low-tide barrelling beach break on the Cap Sizun coast near the Pointe du Raz, offering a hollower, more demanding alternative to the area's bigger, more open beaches. St-Tugen breaks over sand in short, punchy sections that favour a confident, quick-reacting surfer over one looking for long, easy rides.
Tide plays an unusually important role here: the wave sharpens up and hollows out as the tide drops, meaning the same swell can feel completely different across a few hours. This tidal sensitivity keeps it from being a straightforward, always-on option, but rewards those who time it well.
Come at low tide on a clean swell for the best barrels, and expect a quieter lineup than the more famous La Torche just up the coast. A good pick for experienced beach-break surfers seeking Finistère's hollower side.
48.05, -4.55 · Clean swell, low tide · Open in Google Maps
When to surf St-Tugen
St-Tugen is at its best from September to April. Conditions it likes: Clean swell, low tide. This is how the year looks across Finistère (Brittany):
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| September to April | Prime | Wide swell window catches groundswell from most directions |
| May to June | Good | Milder weather, still decent swell |
| July to August | Quiet | Smaller swell, busiest with general tourism, not surfers |
In season: January · February · March · April · September · October · November · December
Waves near St-Tugen
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baie des Trépassés | Pointe du Raz & South | Beach Break | Advanced / Pro | 14 km |
| Plozevet | Pointe du Raz & South | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 19 km |
| La Palue | Crozon Peninsula | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 19 km |
| Anse de Dinan | Crozon Peninsula | Reef/Beach | Intermediate / Advanced | 21 km |
| La Torche | Pointe du Raz & South | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 28 km |
| Porsmilin | Crozon Peninsula | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 32 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Pointe du Raz & South
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Pointe du Raz & South surf guide →
A week here costs from about $481 with flights from Europe, or around $945 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $500 →
St-Tugen: common questions
When is the best time to surf St-Tugen?
St-Tugen works best from September to April. Ideal conditions: Clean swell, low tide.
Is St-Tugen good for beginners?
No. St-Tugen is a wave for intermediate and advanced surfers. The closest beginner-friendly spot we cover is Porsmilin in Crozon Peninsula, about 32 km away.
How crowded is St-Tugen?
St-Tugen is usually quiet: 2 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is St-Tugen?
St-Tugen is in Pointe du Raz & South, in the Finistère (Brittany) region of France (48.05, -4.55). The nearest wave we cover is Baie des Trépassés, about 14 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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