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Europe/Paris
Forecast updated:
13/09, 08:00
Wind: SN UNITY Atmos
(20260913 06z)
Waves: SN UNITY WAVE
(20260913 06z)
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Cenitz Surf Forecast Guide

Cenitz is a rocky bay near Guethary with a defined left and a handful of rocky peaks. A fun left/right peak sits in the middle of the bay and comes alive at higher tides, and there's a solid right that shows up at bigger sizes. It breaks over uneven reef and sand, and with rocks scattered across the shelf it suits intermediate surfers rather than beginners.

When It Works

The bay wants a peaky swell and plenty of water to avoid closing out. On smaller or less organised days it can turn soft-shouldered and fail to connect, so it's worth a look around head-high with more north in the swell. Cenitz draws swell from west through north (W-N), with northwest (NW) the best match, and works from 0.6 m / 2 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft. The bigger right is the one bodyboarders come for. Overall it's moderately consistent.

Wind and Tide

Look for southeast (SE) offshore wind. Cenitz breaks on mid to high tide, with a rising push toward high tide generally the better call to keep the peaks from closing out.

Local Tips

Expect a moderately busy lineup when it's working. The scattered rocks across the shelf keep this one firmly in intermediate territory.

Access

There's a car park with free parking plus roadside options, along with restrooms and showers. You'll reach it on tight, winding roads from Guethary and Acotz. During heavy rain, peak season, and late summer, a nearby waste water treatment plant can affect water quality.

Surf spots near Cenitz

Lafitenia
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
Point break
Tue 15
Wed 16
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Mayarco
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
Beach break
Tue 15
Wed 16
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Cenitz
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
Beach break
Tue 15
Wed 16
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Les Alcyons
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
Reef break
Tue 15
Wed 16
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Avalanche
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
Reef break
Tue 15
Wed 16
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19

Frequently asked questions

What are good surfing conditions for Cenitz?

Cenitz is usually best with swell from west to north (W-N), ideally northwest (NW) around 0.6 m / 2 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft, southeast (SE) offshore wind, and mid to high tide.

Where is the surf spot Cenitz?

Cenitz is a surf spot in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France.

What is the surf break like at Cenitz?

Cenitz is a left-and-right beach break over uneven reef and sand. Expect a moderate crowd.

What surfing skill level is Cenitz suitable for?

Cenitz can suit intermediate surfers.

Is Cenitz beginner friendly for surfing?

Cenitz is better suited to intermediate surfers.

How consistent is the surf at Cenitz?

Cenitz has moderate surf consistency for Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France.

What facilities are available for surfers at Cenitz?

Facilities for surfers at Cenitz: restrooms and showers.

Is there parking for surfing at Cenitz?

Parking around Cenitz: free parking, roadside parking, and car park.

What surf spots are near Cenitz?

Other nearby surf spots are Mayarco, Avalanche, Lafitenia, and Les Alcyons.

What swell direction works for surfing at Cenitz?

Cenitz can work with swell from west to north (W-N); northwest (NW) is usually best.

What swell size works for surfing at Cenitz?

Cenitz usually works with swell around 0.6 m / 2 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft.

What wind direction is best for surfing at Cenitz?

Southeast (SE) offshore wind is usually best at Cenitz.

What wind direction is offshore for surfing at Cenitz?

Southeast (SE) is offshore at Cenitz.

What tide works best for surfing at Cenitz?

Cenitz works best around mid to high tide. A rising tide is usually better here.

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