Depuradora (Baiona)

Depuradora (Baiona) is an expert-only left-hand reef/rock break known for powerful, hollow barrels breaking very close to the rocks over a boulder-strewn bottom. Conditions are described as very demanding, with fast, intense impact zones and dangerous shore break. The wave is reported to start working around 2.5–3m and can hold larger swells up to about 4m+ (and beyond depending on the day). It’s typically experienced as a short ride, often under 50m, with references describing fast vertical drops into hollow sections and (on bigger days) the break holding heavy, hollow character. Tide guidance repeatedly points to the mid tide window, with rising tide specifically called out as favorable. Winds that align with South/Southwest directions are described as offshore or cross-offshore grooming, while wind reliability is characterized as moderate and more dependent on winter storm systems. Access is considered hard to find from the road, though waves can be seen from the roadside and entry is immediate once reached. Because the setup involves difficult entry over rocks/boulders and strong water movement near cliffs, sources emphasize checking the wave from the road, watching locals for entry/exit lines, and not surfing alone. Emergency/medical support is located in Baiona and Vigo, but the spot itself is described as having no lifeguard presence.