Surfing in Saint-Jean-de-Luz<\/h1>![\"surf](\"https:\/\/www.lehena.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/surf-lehena-100x8.png\")
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<\/div><\/div><\/div>Surf School Near Saint-Jean-de-Luz<\/h2>\n\tThe town of Saint-Jean-de-Luz is located just 12 kilometers from our beautiful, expansive beach in Hendaye. You can reach our hotel via a road that runs along the cliffs of the Basque Corniche<\/strong>, or via National Route 10, which passes through Urrugne and the downtown area of Hendaye, a place well worth exploring<\/a>.<\/p>\nYou can get to the Basque Country surf school<\/a> by car, by bus (there\u2019s a bus stop less than 50 meters away), or even on foot\u2014for the more adventurous\u2014by following the coastal walking trail<\/strong>. Just be prepared for a 2-hour walk!<\/p>\nYou can also take advantage of the sunny days on the Basque Coast to go surfing in Anglet or Biarritz. On your way, stop in Gu\u00e9thary<\/a> and explore this charming town and its best surf spots.<\/p>\nThe Socoa, Artha, and Sainte-Barbe breakwaters were built to protect the main beach at Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Their purpose is to \u201cbreak\u201d the swell and thus prevent waves from forming inside the bay<\/strong>. As a result, it is not possible to surf there.<\/p>\nThe other beaches in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, such as Lafitenia and Erromardie, are considered dangerous because the waves break over a rocky seabed. That\u2019s why, if you\u2019re staying in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, it\u2019s best to go surfing at the Lehena Surf School in Hendaye.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>
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<\/div><\/div><\/div>The Best Surf Spots in Saint-Jean-de-Luz <\/h2>\n\t\n- Sainte-Barbe<\/strong>: Located at the northern end of the Bay of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the Sainte-Barbe wave breaks along the breakwater when there is a consistent swell; it is particularly popular with experienced surfers<\/strong> at high tide because of the challenging take-off zone<\/strong>. It\u2019s possible to surf a gentler wave further down the beach at low tide and mid-tide.<\/li>\n
- Erromardie<\/strong>: Nestled in the cove just before the Lafitenia wave, Erromardie offers two types of waves<\/strong> on a beach of sand and pebbles. The first is a rather gentle, slow left-hand wave in the middle of the bay. The second is a much more powerful wave near the cliff, which the locals keep to themselves.<\/li>\n
- Lafitenia<\/strong>: The wave at Lafitenia is one of the most famous point breaks in France<\/strong>!
\nIt\u2019s a long right-hand break that can be fast<\/strong> and technical<\/strong>, and it\u2019s not uncommon to see a lot of surfers there: this spot is not recommended for beginners.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n![\"ecole](\"https:\/\/www.lehena.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ecole-surf-enfant-st-jean-de-luz-100x97.jpg\")
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<\/div><\/div><\/div>Discover Saint-Jean-de-Luz <\/h2>\n\tA must-see town in the Basque Country, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, once known as the \u201cCity of Corsairs\u201d\u2014is now a renowned seaside resort<\/strong> where life is good.<\/p>\nNestled between the large bay and the harbor, with its small, colorful boats, the town center of Saint-Jean-de-Luz has everything it takes to charm you.<\/p>\n
Rue Gambetta<\/strong> is not only entirely pedestrian-only, but it is also the city’s main street, where you can find all kinds of shops: stores selling Basque clothing, jewelry stores, pastry shops, and more.<\/p>\nA little further on, you’ll find Les Halles, which is open every day from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., where you can fill your basket with fruits, vegetables, meat, or fish.<\/p>\n
You can also stop by one of the many caf\u00e9 terraces<\/strong> on Place Louis XIV for a drink or enjoy the delicious macarons<\/strong> at Maison Adam<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>![\"stage](\"https:\/\/www.lehena.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/stage-surf-st-jean-de-luz-100x97.jpg\")
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<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\nWhere can you go surfing in the Basque Country?<\/div>
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<\/div><\/div><\/div>Surf School Near Saint-Jean-de-Luz<\/h2>\n\tThe town of Saint-Jean-de-Luz is located just 12 kilometers from our beautiful, expansive beach in Hendaye. You can reach our hotel via a road that runs along the cliffs of the Basque Corniche<\/strong>, or via National Route 10, which passes through Urrugne and the downtown area of Hendaye, a place well worth exploring<\/a>.<\/p>\nYou can get to the Basque Country surf school<\/a> by car, by bus (there\u2019s a bus stop less than 50 meters away), or even on foot\u2014for the more adventurous\u2014by following the coastal walking trail<\/strong>. Just be prepared for a 2-hour walk!<\/p>\nYou can also take advantage of the sunny days on the Basque Coast to go surfing in Anglet or Biarritz. On your way, stop in Gu\u00e9thary<\/a> and explore this charming town and its best surf spots.<\/p>\nThe Socoa, Artha, and Sainte-Barbe breakwaters were built to protect the main beach at Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Their purpose is to \u201cbreak\u201d the swell and thus prevent waves from forming inside the bay<\/strong>. As a result, it is not possible to surf there.<\/p>\nThe other beaches in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, such as Lafitenia and Erromardie, are considered dangerous because the waves break over a rocky seabed. That\u2019s why, if you\u2019re staying in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, it\u2019s best to go surfing at the Lehena Surf School in Hendaye.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>The Best Surf Spots in Saint-Jean-de-Luz <\/h2>\n\t\n- Sainte-Barbe<\/strong>: Located at the northern end of the Bay of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the Sainte-Barbe wave breaks along the breakwater when there is a consistent swell; it is particularly popular with experienced surfers<\/strong> at high tide because of the challenging take-off zone<\/strong>. It\u2019s possible to surf a gentler wave further down the beach at low tide and mid-tide.<\/li>\n
- Erromardie<\/strong>: Nestled in the cove just before the Lafitenia wave, Erromardie offers two types of waves<\/strong> on a beach of sand and pebbles. The first is a rather gentle, slow left-hand wave in the middle of the bay. The second is a much more powerful wave near the cliff, which the locals keep to themselves.<\/li>\n
- Lafitenia<\/strong>: The wave at Lafitenia is one of the most famous point breaks in France<\/strong>!
\nIt\u2019s a long right-hand break that can be fast<\/strong> and technical<\/strong>, and it\u2019s not uncommon to see a lot of surfers there: this spot is not recommended for beginners.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Discover Saint-Jean-de-Luz <\/h2>\n\tA must-see town in the Basque Country, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, once known as the \u201cCity of Corsairs\u201d\u2014is now a renowned seaside resort<\/strong> where life is good.<\/p>\nNestled between the large bay and the harbor, with its small, colorful boats, the town center of Saint-Jean-de-Luz has everything it takes to charm you.<\/p>\n
Rue Gambetta<\/strong> is not only entirely pedestrian-only, but it is also the city’s main street, where you can find all kinds of shops: stores selling Basque clothing, jewelry stores, pastry shops, and more.<\/p>\nA little further on, you’ll find Les Halles, which is open every day from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., where you can fill your basket with fruits, vegetables, meat, or fish.<\/p>\n
You can also stop by one of the many caf\u00e9 terraces<\/strong> on Place Louis XIV for a drink or enjoy the delicious macarons<\/strong> at Maison Adam<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\nWhere can you go surfing in the Basque Country?<\/div>
The town of Saint-Jean-de-Luz is located just 12 kilometers from our beautiful, expansive beach in Hendaye. You can reach our hotel via a road that runs along the cliffs of the Basque Corniche<\/strong>, or via National Route 10, which passes through Urrugne and the downtown area of Hendaye, a place well worth exploring<\/a>.<\/p>\n You can get to the Basque Country surf school<\/a> by car, by bus (there\u2019s a bus stop less than 50 meters away), or even on foot\u2014for the more adventurous\u2014by following the coastal walking trail<\/strong>. Just be prepared for a 2-hour walk!<\/p>\n You can also take advantage of the sunny days on the Basque Coast to go surfing in Anglet or Biarritz. On your way, stop in Gu\u00e9thary<\/a> and explore this charming town and its best surf spots.<\/p>\n The Socoa, Artha, and Sainte-Barbe breakwaters were built to protect the main beach at Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Their purpose is to \u201cbreak\u201d the swell and thus prevent waves from forming inside the bay<\/strong>. As a result, it is not possible to surf there.<\/p>\n The other beaches in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, such as Lafitenia and Erromardie, are considered dangerous because the waves break over a rocky seabed. That\u2019s why, if you\u2019re staying in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, it\u2019s best to go surfing at the Lehena Surf School in Hendaye.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div> A must-see town in the Basque Country, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, once known as the \u201cCity of Corsairs\u201d\u2014is now a renowned seaside resort<\/strong> where life is good.<\/p>\n Nestled between the large bay and the harbor, with its small, colorful boats, the town center of Saint-Jean-de-Luz has everything it takes to charm you.<\/p>\n Rue Gambetta<\/strong> is not only entirely pedestrian-only, but it is also the city’s main street, where you can find all kinds of shops: stores selling Basque clothing, jewelry stores, pastry shops, and more.<\/p>\n A little further on, you’ll find Les Halles, which is open every day from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., where you can fill your basket with fruits, vegetables, meat, or fish.<\/p>\n You can also stop by one of the many caf\u00e9 terraces<\/strong> on Place Louis XIV for a drink or enjoy the delicious macarons<\/strong> at Maison Adam<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>![\"surf](\"https:\/\/www.lehena.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/surf-st-jean-de-luz-1.jpg\")
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<\/div><\/div><\/div>The Best Surf Spots in Saint-Jean-de-Luz <\/h2>
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\nIt\u2019s a long right-hand break that can be fast<\/strong> and technical<\/strong>, and it\u2019s not uncommon to see a lot of surfers there: this spot is not recommended for beginners.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n![\"ecole](\"https:\/\/www.lehena.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ecole-surf-enfant-st-jean-de-luz.jpg\")
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<\/div><\/div><\/div>Discover Saint-Jean-de-Luz <\/h2>
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