Seignosse & Vieux-Boucau · France
Surfing Les Estagnots
A beach break in Seignosse & Vieux-Boucau, France, for advanced and pro surfers.
- TypeBeach Break
- LevelAdvanced / Pro
- Size2-8 ft
- Best monthsSep-Apr
- Crowd3/5
The wave
Les Estagnots is a beach break in Seignosse, just north of Hossegor, with the same powerful, hollow waves over shifting sand.
It tends to be slightly less crowded than central Hossegor. The banks change with the season, so walk along and check a few peaks. Expect strong shorebreak and rips, like everywhere on the Landes coast. It's best for experienced surfers on a clean groundswell with light wind.
43.695, -1.432 · Clean groundswell, light wind · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Les Estagnots
Les Estagnots is at its best from September to April. Conditions it likes: Clean groundswell, light wind. This is how the year looks across Landes (Hossegor):
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| October to March | Prime | Biggest, most powerful groundswell, quieter off-season |
| April to June | Good | Reliable swell, milder crowds |
| July to August | Quiet | Smaller swell, packed beaches and high prices |
In season: January · February · March · October · November · December
Waves near Les Estagnots
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Penon | Seignosse & Vieux-Boucau | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | under 1 km |
| Bourdaines | Seignosse & Vieux-Boucau | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | under 1 km |
| La Nord | Hossegor & Capbreton | Beach Break | Advanced / Pro | 3 km |
| La Centrale | Hossegor & Capbreton | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 4 km |
| La Gravière | Hossegor & Capbreton | Beach Break | Advanced / Pro | 4 km |
| Anglet Jetties | Biarritz & Anglet | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 22 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Seignosse & Vieux-Boucau
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Seignosse & Vieux-Boucau surf guide →
A week here costs from about $369 with flights from Europe, or around $980 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $500 →
Les Estagnots: common questions
When is the best time to surf Les Estagnots?
Les Estagnots works best from September to April. Ideal conditions: Clean groundswell, light wind.
Is Les Estagnots good for beginners?
No. Les Estagnots is a wave for advanced and pro surfers. The closest beginner-friendly spot we cover is Le Penon in Seignosse & Vieux-Boucau, under 1 km away.
How crowded is Les Estagnots?
Les Estagnots is usually moderate: 3 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Les Estagnots?
Les Estagnots is in Seignosse & Vieux-Boucau, in the Landes (Hossegor) region of France (43.695, -1.432). The nearest wave we cover is Le Penon, under 1 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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