La Zenia (Orihuela)

La Zenia is a left-hand beach-break surf spot on the Orihuela Costa area, built around a sandy bottom with rocky patches (notably near the hotel point). Multiple sources describe the wave quality as good and the bottom as not too deep, with short rides reported on average, though good days can extend ride length substantially. The spot tends to work best when easterly to southeast swells are running (often described as starting around 1.0–1.5m and capable of holding up to roughly 2.5m+). Wind direction matters: offshore or cross-offshore winds from the west to southwest/near WNW are described as helping groom the faces, while northeast winds are sometimes partially sheltered by local conditions. Safety-wise, the main concerns reported are localism and rip currents. Crowding is a recurring theme—weekends can be busy, and lifeguard coverage is seasonal—so it’s important to surf within the safest, designated areas when seasonal swimming zones are in effect. For timing and comfort, winter and early spring are highlighted as the most consistent periods, with regional water temperatures ranging from about 14°C in winter up to the upper 20s°C in late summer. Wetsuit guidance from the spot/regional data points to a spring wetsuit (and a full winter wetsuit during colder months), with extra attention to etiquette and lifeguard guidance when the line-up gets crowded.