Costa da Morte · Spain
Surfing Coído
A beach/reef in Costa da Morte, Spain, for intermediate surfers.
- TypeBeach/Reef
- LevelIntermediate
- Size2-6 ft
- Best monthsSep-Apr
- Crowd1/5
The wave
Coído is a small cove on the Costa da Morte, with sand and rock in a compact bay. It's more sheltered from the wind than the open beaches nearby and has a bit more shape.
It needs a moderate swell and the right tide, and rarely has more than a few people out. Good to check on a road trip along this coast.
43.15, -9.1 · Moderate swell · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Coído
Coído is at its best from September to April. Conditions it likes: Moderate swell. This is how the year looks across Galicia:
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| September to April | Prime | Wide-open Atlantic swell window, consistent and powerful |
| May to June | Good | Milder weather, still decent swell |
| July to August | Quiet | Smaller swell, busiest with Spanish domestic tourism |
In season: January · February · March · April · September · October · November · December
Waves near Coído
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Razo | Costa da Morte | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 18 km |
| Doniños | Ferrolterra | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 77 km |
| Pantín | Ferrolterra | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced | 89 km |
| Tapia de Casariego | Tapia & West Asturias | Beach/Reef | Intermediate | 181 km |
| Barayo | Tapia & West Asturias | Beach Break | Intermediate | 189 km |
| Los Quebrantos | Gijón & Central Coast | Beach Break | Intermediate | 255 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Costa da Morte
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Costa da Morte surf guide →
A week here costs from about $282 with flights from Europe, or around $764 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $500 →
Coído: common questions
When is the best time to surf Coído?
Coído works best from September to April. Ideal conditions: Moderate swell.
Is Coído good for beginners?
No. Coído is a wave for intermediate surfers. The closest beginner-friendly spot we cover is Doniños in Ferrolterra, about 77 km away.
How crowded is Coído?
Coído is usually empty: 1 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Coído?
Coído is in Costa da Morte, in the Galicia region of Spain (43.15, -9.1). The nearest wave we cover is Razo, about 18 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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