Arguably the best surf town in Spain, San Sebastian is a must for anyone on a European surfing trip. Only a few minutes away from the French border, this place attracts more and more travelers every summer.

Beginners and advanced surfers will find their fix at one of the breaks along Zurriola Beach. Although the consistency here is probably not the best, the beauty of San Sebastian and its implemented surfing lifestyle will charm anyone paying a visit.

Only an hour drive away from Hossegor and 40 minutes from Biarritz, make sure to save a day or two for a little French getaway.

When to surf San Sebastian

The best time to surf San Sebastian is from September to December while early winter swells start pushing in and water is still warm. Summer is a good season for beginners who also want to enjoy the nightlife and warm nights.

Winter can offer bigger and more consistent swell conditions as well as smaller crowd.

Where to stay in San Sebastian

Best surf hotels in San Sebastian

Lasala Plaza Hotel

Hotel Bed4U San Sebastian

Villa Soro

Getting to San Sebastian

The best way to get to San Sebastian is to fly into the nearest major airport which is Bilbao. You can then rent a car or hop on the bus which is about 1 hour away. A good amount of people also get in from France and the Biarritz area which is less than an hour drive.

Surf Spots in San Sebastian

Zurriola

A beach break located in town center with good rights and nicer lefts. Works well for beginners as the best conditions are found with swells smaller than 4-6 feet.

• Wave direction : Right and left
• Bottom : Sand
• Best tide : Any
• Skill level : Any
• Optimal swell direction : NW
• Optimal wind direction : SE

La Concha

Main beach break in La Concha bay, this spot remains quite unpredictable and not so consistent. Good for all around fun and beginners.

• Wave direction : Right and left
• Bottom : Sand
• Best tide : Any
• Skill level : Any
• Optimal swell direction : NW
• Optimal wind direction : S

Ondarreta

This spot is a point break located on the very left end of La Concha Bay. Works on bigger NW swells, mostly over winter and produces a nice left. Can get crowded.

• Wave direction : Left
• Bottom : Sand
• Best tide : Any
• Skill level : Any
• Optimal swell direction : NW
• Optimal wind direction : SE

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