La Piste is south of Capbreton, in front of the Second World War bunkers. It is a hollow, fast and powerful beach break, breaking in shallow water.
It is a spot for experienced surfers. For the other spots, read our guide to surfing in Capbreton.
At a glance: La Piste
| Wave type | Hollow beach break, lefts and rights |
| Bottom | Sand |
| Level | Experienced surfers |
| Tide | Mid tide |
| Swell | West to north-west |
| Wind | East (offshore) |
| Best period | With a west to north-west swell |
| Hazards | Strong currents, shallow water, bunkers |
About La Piste (Capbreton, Landes)
La Piste has hollow, fast lefts and rights, breaking in shallow water. The spot works best at mid tide. Currents are strong, and the Second World War bunkers are in the zone.
When to surf La Piste?
With a west to north-west swell, it gets hollow and powerful. In summer, the beach has lifeguards from early July to the end of August, from 11 am to 7 pm.
La Piste surf calendar: swell size by month
La Piste 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 (43.644, -1.447): swell, wind and live conditions.
- GoSurf webcam at Le Santocha and La Piste : the waves live before you go.
La Piste: what level?
Beginners: avoid
La Piste is not a spot to learn. Go to Le Prévent or Le Santocha with a school.
Intermediate surfers: small days only
Even when small, the wave stays fast and breaks close to the shore. Improve at Le Santocha instead.
Experienced surfers: Capbreton’s powerful beach break
With a west to north-west swell and an east wind, La Piste produces fast barrels. Watch out for the current and the bunkers.
How to get to La Piste?
For La Piste, park for free at the Beausoleil car park, which also serves Le Santocha.
The beach has lifeguards from early July to the end of August, from 11 am to 7 pm, with toilets and showers.
Spot location
GPS coordinates (approximate): 43.644° N, 1.447° W. La Piste, Capbreton, Landes.
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Where to stay near La Piste?
Stay in Capbreton, near La Piste or the harbour. Hossegor and Seignosse are just to the north. Book early for July and August.
What to do near La Piste?
On flat days, stroll around Capbreton harbour. At the end of September, the Quiksilver Festival livens up Capbreton, Hossegor and Seignosse, free to attend.
FAQ: La Piste
No. It is a hollow, powerful beach break, for experienced surfers. Beginners go to Le Prévent or Le Santocha.
At the free Beausoleil car park, which also serves Le Santocha.
From early July to the end of August, from 11 am to 7 pm.
In short
La Piste is the spot for experienced surfers in Capbreton: a hollow, powerful beach break in front of the bunkers, with a strong current.
Other spots to check out nearby: Le Prévent surf spot and Le Santocha 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, Plages.tv, Belambra, Plages des Landes, Mondo.surf, Surf-forecast.