Le Club (Anglet)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Chop, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Le Club in Anglet is an exposed beach-and-jetty sand-bar break on the Basque coast that delivers regular surf. The waves are repeatedly described as powerful, fast, and hollow, with good overall quality, making it a strong choice when the sandbars are set. Surf quality is tied closely to tide and local sand-bar positioning. Multiple sources indicate the break works best at low to mid tide, including the common pattern of performing particularly well on a rising mid-tide. Ride lengths are typically short (generally under 50m), though on better days longer rides (around 50–150m) are possible. Swell size and direction matter: the break is reported to start working at under 1m (around 3ft) and can hold up to around 2m+ / 6ft+ under favorable conditions. Optimal swell direction is reported as northwest (with one source also referencing west/northwest), and the wave directions can run both right and left depending on conditions and setup. Safety and etiquette are a key part of planning here. Localism and crowds are frequently mentioned, and the hazard profile includes strong lateral currents and rip tides near the jetties. Sandbars shift (including due to winter storms), so checking the banks before paddling out is specifically advised; designated swimming zones and surf-zone restrictions during lifeguard hours are also reported.
- Hollow, fast, powerful sand-bar waves
- Best around low to mid tide
- Often crowded with local surfers
- Regular, consistent sand-bar beach/jetty break
- Powerful, fast, hollow waves with good quality
- Works across a wide seasonal window around autumn through winter/spring
- Often crowded, especially at peak times
- Localism can be present
- Currents/rip tides near the jetties
- Conditions can become choppy depending on wind
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E, ESE
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Sea breeze — Sea-breeze type winds reported; best offshore conditions occur with offshore morning winds (for wind direction suitability).
- Reliability
- Moderate
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Light gusting reported.
- Best Months
- September, October, November
- Shadow Zones
- Potential turbulence very close to the northern jetty.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Sand.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Sources describe small to medium wave size depending on conditions; starts working at less than 1m and can grow to 2m+.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach entry between jetties.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Moderate launch difficulty reported.
Through the year
Peak crowds in July and August; quieter during shoulder seasons. Often crowded overall.
Rain is frequent from November through March; October through January can bring strong Atlantic storms.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed beach-and-jetty sand-bar break known for powerful, hollow, fast waves with good quality. Works regularly and can hold size beyond 2m+ on suitable swells.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- NW, WNW
- Swell Height
- 0.5–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Low, Mid — Often best at low to mid tide; works very well on a rising mid-tide.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed beach/jetty setting.
- Wind Effect
- Onshore East/Southeast winds can increase chop; East/Southeast winds provide cleaner offshore faces in wind-exposed scenarios, while West/Northwest winds can produce heavy chop.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds up to around 2m+ / 6ft+; can close out when swell exceeds about 2.5m in one source.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Good wave quality reported.
- Wave Power
- Powerful
- Wave Shape
- Hollow — Hollow/fast waves; described as hollow and fast.
- Peel Speed
- Fast
- Ride Length
- Short — Short rides generally; < 50m normal, with 50–150m on good days. Typical ride length reported as ~50m in one source.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Short rides (< 50m) are normal; 50–150m on good days.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Le Club (Anglet) in the full forecast view.
Le Club (Anglet) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–17 ktsGusts 27 kts
- Direction
- WSW252°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2517 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.8–4.3 m11s period
- Temperature
- 9–22 °C
Over the next 7 days, Le Club (Anglet) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–17 kts, peaking around 17 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 27 kts. The prevailing direction is WSW. Waves run 0.8–4.3 m with a period of about 11s. 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
- Localism
- Strong lateral currents and rip tides near the jetties
- Jetties and sandbars that shift with winter storms
- Heavy shore break at high tide
- Crowds
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal lifeguards reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue availability reported as limited at the spot level.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospital reported in Bayonne; emergency services reachable via 112.
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate — Localism is reported; mild to moderate depending on source.
Rules of the spot
Standard surfing etiquette applies; respect the local surfers in the peak. Designated swimming zones are strictly enforced during summer; surfing restricted to the marked surf zone during lifeguard hours.
- Designated swimming zones are strictly enforced during summer
- Surfing restricted to the marked surf zone during lifeguard hours
- Works best on a rising mid-tide.
- The sandbars shift frequently, so check the banks before paddling out.
- Crowded but friendly locals (localism present).
- Parking is difficult on sunny weekends.
- Works best at low to mid tide.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Biarritz
- Nearest Town
- Anglet
- Parking
- Public parking available at Place des Landais and along the coastal road; parking can be difficult on sunny weekends.
- Access
- Instant access (< 5min) from the city; direct access from the coastal road and pedestrian promenade.
- Local Language
- French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Numerous hotels, apartments, and surf hostels within walking distance in the Chambre d'Amour district.
- Food & Drink
- High density of cafes, surf bars, and restaurants near the coastal area (Place des Landais).
- Equipment Rental:
- Several surf shops along the beachfront promenade offer board and wetsuit rentals; gear rental is widely available in the area.
- Gear Storage
- Gear storage available for members at the local surf club.
- Gear Repair
- Professional board repairs available through surf shops in the Anglet industrial zone.
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 Le Club (Anglet)?
The best overall months at Le Club (Anglet) are October, September, November. The best wind months are September, October, November.
Which wind directions work at Le Club (Anglet)?
Le Club (Anglet) works with E, ESE winds.
What skill level is Le Club (Anglet) suitable for?
Le Club (Anglet) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner to Intermediate.