46° (Pisa Coast)

Pisa Coast’s “46°” / Quarantaseiesimo is an exposed sandy beach break with surfing typically starting at under 1 m and holding up toward larger sizes (about 2.5 m+). Conditions are described as generally regular and consistent, producing clean offshore lines when the wind aligns from the East / East-northeast. For the best surf, a West-southwest (or West) swell needs to meet East to East-northeast offshore wind. Both left and right waves can be available, and the spot is reported to work across low to mid tide as well as during much of the tidal range on good days. Wave quality is described as good to moderate overall, with peeling/mixed characteristics depending on the day and swell organization. Skill-wise, it’s commonly framed as suitable for all surf levels, with beginner-friendly takeoff options on smaller sets. Normal ride lengths are typically around 50 to 150 m, and on exceptional days rides can extend out toward roughly 150 to 300 m. The spot is also described as relatively low-crowd—even on better days—so sessions may feel calmer than many other coastal breaks. Safety guidance focuses on rip currents and floating debris, especially during heavier swells or after storms when debris can wash in. Rescue availability is described as limited and lifeguards as seasonal, so it’s important to surf with awareness of current conditions. If you’re arriving for the cleanest offshore window, mornings are often reported as better before the sea breeze builds later in the day; also, conditions are said to improve after a Southwest storm when the wind turns East.