Supertubos
- Advanced riders
- Best for
- Advanced to Expert
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean, Mixed
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
Spot information is AI-assisted and may still be incomplete, outdated, or incorrect. Verify safety, access, local rules, and current conditions with official or local sources before riding.
About
Supertubos is a world-class Peniche beach break known for heavy, hollow barrels over shallow sandbanks. North wind is offshore; southerly wind is unfavorable, and low tide can close the break out. The main autumn and winter swell season is best suited to advanced and expert surfers.
- Fast, hollow, very powerful barrels over a shallow sand bank
- Offshore-style north/northwest wind can groom the wave
- Autumn–winter swell season; summer often flatter
- Iconic status for high-performance surfing
- World-class, fast and hollow beach break known for heavy barrels
- Reliably works during the main swell season; summer can be mostly flat
- Excellent quality when wind and swell align (offshore-style north to northwest winds)
- Iconic reputation, including association with major professional surfing events
- Extremely powerful, shallow-barrel waves that are punishing on bigger swells
- Shallow sandbanks and heavy shore break increase risk, especially during large days
- Strong rip currents/crosscurrents can be present on bigger swell
- Crowds can be heavy on weekends and during peak swells
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N
- Offshore directions
- N
- Wind Range
- 10–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Mixed — The main surf season is influenced by Atlantic frontal systems, while local coastal wind patterns vary outside that window.
- Reliability
- medium
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- January, February, October, November, December
- Shadow Zones
- The harbor wall to the north (Molhe Leste) provides some shelter from northern winds; the peninsula can also reduce swell from northern directions, changing wave size and shape from that side.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean, Mixed
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Huge — Very large on bigger days; also described as working from around 1.0m–1.5m and holding up to 3m+.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Heavy shore break is reported; chop level is not consistently quantified, but the surf can be rough on exposed days.
- Launch
- Medium — Open sandy beach with multiple peaks; access described as easy from the beach area, while surfing access/conditions can still be difficult due to shallows and breaking power.
Through the year
Highest in October during major events and on weekends with good swells.
Winter (December to March) can be rainy with frequent storms.
By sport
What to expect for each.
World-class, fast, hollow beach break with very heavy, shallow barrels. Lefts are often better than rights, and the wave is most consistent when swell and wind align.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- W, WNW, WSW, NW, SW
- Swell Height
- 1–3 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Mid tide is commonly cited for best barrel shape; some sources also emphasize mid and high tide.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Open exposure is described; shore break can be heavy, and the peninsula/harbor features can influence wave size depending on swell direction.
- Wind Effect
- North wind is offshore and can groom the barrels. Southerly wind is unfavorable, and low tide can make the break close out.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size well but becomes extremely heavy and punishing on bigger days; when it exceeds a large-swell threshold, surfers often shift to Molhe Leste.
- Wave Quality
- World class — Described as epic/world-class.
- Wave Power
- Very powerful
- Wave Shape
- Barreling
- Peel Speed
- Fast
- Ride Length
- Short — Fast, intense rides focused on barrel sections rather than long carves.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Typical ride length is about 50 to 150 meters; rides are often short and intense, centered on the barrel sections.
From the spot
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Supertubos in the full forecast view.
Supertubos wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–10 ktsGusts 18 kts
- Direction
- N3°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2410 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.9–3.1 m11s period
- Temperature
- 12–23 °C
Over the next 7 days, Supertubos is forecast for daytime winds of 2–10 kts, peaking around 10 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 18 kts. The prevailing direction is N. Waves run 0.9–3.1 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
- Heavy shore break
- Strong rip currents especially during large swells
- Shallow sandbars / shallow sandbanks
- Fast-breaking waves
- Heavy, hollow barrels on a shallow sand bank
- Crosscurrents in the surf zone
- Extreme crowds during peak swells
- Punishing conditions on bigger swell
- Tough paddle-out on big days
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospital is in Peniche city center. Universal emergency number is 112.
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate
Rules of the spot
Standard international surfing etiquette applies; high level of respect for locals required.
- Check the beach carefully because the best peaks can pack out on good days.
- Wait for mid-tide for best barrel shape.
- The wave quality drops on very small or very large days.
- Be prepared for a heavy paddle-out on big days.
- If Supertubos is too big, check the jetty break at Molhe Leste just to the north.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Peniche
- Nearest Town
- Peniche
- Parking
- Large parking area directly behind the beach dunes is mentioned; car access is also described.
- Access
- Reachable via paved roads from Peniche; also described as car access with short walk from town.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Portuguese
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Numerous surf camps, hostels, and hotels in Peniche and Baleal.
- Food & Drink
- Beach bars and restaurants are located on the sand and in the nearby town.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental is available at local surf shops in Peniche and at the beach.
- Gear Storage
- Available at some local surf camps.
- Gear Repair
- Several surf shops in Peniche offer board repair services.
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 Supertubos?
The best overall months at Supertubos are October, November, December, January, February. The best wind months are January, February, October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Supertubos?
Supertubos works with N winds. Offshore directions are N.
What skill level is Supertubos suitable for?
Supertubos suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced to Expert.