Derecha de la Cala Finestrat
- Beginners, Advanced riders
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Flat
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Derecha de la Cala Finestrat is a low-profile Mediterranean sandbar right-hand break on sandy bottom near Benidorm, at the point where Cala de Finestrat meets the end of Poniente beach. The spot is described as easy to reach, with essentially instant access from the beach access area. Surf conditions are mainly driven by south to south-east swells. The break tends to start working below 1 m and can hold up to around 2 m+ depending on the incoming swell. When it’s on, riders report a fun, non-hollow right wave with peeling behavior and generally good wave quality. Ride length is typically short (under about 50 m), though on good days sources describe rides extending into a longer range (approximately 50–150 m). Optimal tide is described as all tides, with both rising and falling conditions noted as workable. For safety, watch out for rocks near the point and be mindful that the wave can be inconsistent (sometimes breaking rather than always). Lifeguards are described as seasonal, while maritime rescue coverage is available through the Spanish Coast Guard; keep local conditions and currents in mind and consider an appropriate wetsuit for the season.
- Easy urban access at the end of Poniente beach
- Right-hand sandbar surf focused on south/south-east swell
- Good wave quality with beginner-friendly potential
- All-tides workable
- Fun, beginner-friendly right-hand sandbar wave with good wave quality.
- Easy, urban access at the end of Poniente beach.
- Works with south to south-east swells and is best with west wind.
- Break does not always break consistently (described as sometimes breaking).
- Short rides are common; longer rides depend on the day.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W
- Offshore directions
- W
- Wind Type
- Thermal — Local Mediterranean thermal breezes are common in warmer months; winter can shift toward frontal patterns.
- Best Months
- May, June, July, August, September
- Shadow Zones
- Point may provide some shelter from certain wind directions.
- Thermal Window
- Other · Afternoon · +0 kts · Months: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep · Dir: S, SSW · Thermal winds usually activate between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM, peaking mid-afternoon in the warm-season.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small — Typically small; starts working below 1 m and can reach around 2 m+.
- Launch
- Small — Beach access at the end of Poniente Beach; sandy beach access at the cove.
- Launch Difficulty
- Easy — Easy to find/reach; described as easy with instant access (<5 min walking).
Through the year
Generally empty on weekdays; few surfers on weekends.
Rainfall is most frequent in October and November, often arriving as short, intense Mediterranean storms.
By sport
What to expect for each.
A sandy-bottom, right-hand sandbar break near the point between Cala de Finestrat and the end of Poniente beach. It typically starts working below 1 m and can hold up to around 2 m+ with a fun, non-hollow right wave.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- S, SSE
- Swell Height
- 0.5–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — All tides work; rising and falling tides noted as acceptable.
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Semi-sheltered, with the point offering some protection from certain conditions.
- Wind Effect
- Best with west wind.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds swell up to approximately 2 meters or more.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Good wave quality is repeatedly noted.
- Wave Power
- Soft — Described as fun with soft/moderate power depending on swell.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Non-hollow, peeling right-hand waves are typical.
- Peel Speed
- Slow — Sources describe peeling waves with slow-to-medium peeling behavior.
- Ride Length
- Short — Often short (<50m), with good days sometimes extending to a longer ride range.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Short (<50m) most often; good days can produce longer rides (50–150m range reported).
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Derecha de la Cala Finestrat in the full forecast view.
Derecha de la Cala Finestrat wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–8 ktsGusts 18 kts
- Direction
- S170°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 248 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–0.5 m3s period
- Temperature
- 17–25 °C
Over the next 7 days, Derecha de la Cala Finestrat is forecast for daytime winds of 2–8 kts, peaking around 8 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 18 kts. The prevailing direction is S. Waves run 0.1–0.5 m with a period of about 3s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Rocks near the point
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Local lifeguards manage beach safety during peak summer.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Beach safety is managed locally during peak summer; year-round maritime SAR coverage is provided by the Spanish Coast Guard (Salvamento Marítimo).
- Emergency Info
- Spain’s emergency number is 112. The Hospital Comarcal de la Marina Baixa is located in nearby Villajoyosa to serve the area.
Rules of the spot
All tides work; optimal wind from West; optimal swell from South/SouthEast.
- The wave works best with a South or South-East swell.
- Bring an appropriate wetsuit for the season and conditions; spring suits are commonly sufficient, but colder months can require thicker neoprene.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Benidorm
- Nearest Town
- la Vila Joiosa
- Parking
- Urban parking available in surrounding streets of Cala de Finestrat.
- Access
- Just at the end of Poniente beach in Benidorm with instant access (<5 min walking). Sandy beach access at the cove.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Spanish, Catalan
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Numerous hotels and apartments in the Cala Finestrat and Benidorm area.
- Food & Drink
- Many bars and restaurants are located directly on the promenade overlooking the beach.
- Equipment Rental:
- Rental shops and operators along the main promenades of Poniente and Finestrat offer SUP, kayaks, and boards/surf equipment.
- Gear Storage
- Limited dedicated gear storage is available; most riders store equipment at nearby schools or private accommodations.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Derecha de la Cala Finestrat?
The best overall months at Derecha de la Cala Finestrat are April, October, May, September, June, August, July. The best wind months are May, June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Derecha de la Cala Finestrat?
Derecha de la Cala Finestrat works with W winds. Offshore directions are W.
What skill level is Derecha de la Cala Finestrat suitable for?
Derecha de la Cala Finestrat suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner.