Marinella is a beach in the south of Anglet, just north of Les Sables d’Or.
It is an Anglet spot to learn and improve, with schools on site. For the other spots, read our guide to surfing in Anglet.
At a glance: Marinella
| Wave type | Beach break, left and right peak |
| Bottom | Sand |
| Level | Beginners and intermediate surfers |
| Tide | All tides, preferably mid tide |
| Best period | Small days |
| Lifeguards | From April to early November |
| Hazards | The groynes on each side of the beach |
About Marinella (Anglet, Basque Country)
Marinella has a peak over sand, left or right depending on the banks, with moderate waves.
It is a small-day spot.
When to surf Marinella?
Aim for small days, preferably at mid tide. The beach has lifeguards from April to early November, with schools on site.
Marinella surf calendar: swell size by month
Marinella forecast
Before you paddle out, check the swell, wind and tide: here, the level of the spot changes with the size of the waves.
- Windy weather map (43.5044, -1.5393): swell, wind and live conditions.
- GoSurf webcam at Marinella : the waves live before you go.
Marinella: what level?
Beginners: yes
With a small swell, with a school, in the lifeguarded surf zone.
Intermediate surfers: to improve
On small days, the peak lets you work on lefts and rights.
Experienced surfers: not much interest
With a big swell, go to Les Cavaliers instead if you are experienced.
How to get to Marinella?
The beach is in the south of Anglet, on the seafront promenade, served by Txik Txak buses.
The beach has lifeguards from April to early November.
Spot location
GPS coordinates (approximate): 43.5044° N, 1.5393° W. Marinella, Anglet, Basque Country.
Open the full map on OpenStreetMap
Where to stay near Marinella?
Stay in Anglet, near the Chambre d’Amour, or in Biarritz, right next door.
What to do near Marinella?
Follow the seafront promenade to La Barre, or go and see the Biarritz lighthouse, just to the south.
FAQ: Marinella
Yes, with a small swell, with a school.
At all tides, preferably at mid tide.
It is not a big-swell spot: go to Les Cavaliers if you are experienced.
In short
Marinella is a learning spot in Anglet: a peak over sand for beginners and intermediate surfers, to surf with a small swell.
Other spots to check out nearby: Les Cavaliers surf spot and Les Sables d’Or surf spot. To compare with other regions, see our guide to surfing in France.
Information may change. This guide is for general guidance only: surf conditions, temperatures, access, opening hours and prices can change. Before your trip and every session, check the forecast, local conditions and information from local providers. A spot description and its suggested level are no guarantee of safety: always match your session to your level and the conditions on the day. Learn more
Sources: Ultimate France, Mondo.surf, Surfer Today, CheckYeti, Tourisme 64.