Surf camp Hossegor, France

Surf camp Hossegor is located in the city of Hossegor, touted as the surfing capital of Europe. Located on the French Atlantic coast, Hossegor and its surrounding coastline is famous for its perfect sand breaks and beautiful beaches. This is a great place for every standard of surfer from complete beginner to advanced to experience quality surf.

The surf camp is located in central Hossegor right in front of the beach Hossegor Front de Mer where the annual Quicksilver Pro France (part of the WCT World Tour) and The Rip Curl Championship (part of the ASP World Tour) are arranged. There is usually a mild offshore wind in the morning, providing excellent surfing conditions. However, Hossegor is not only a surfing Mecca, it is also a great place for intense nightlife. There are lots of bars, restaurants and nightclubs to be explored just around the corner from the surf camp.

The Atlantic influences the climate of the area, creating mild and temperate weather year round. Winters record the highest temperatures in France and summer days are generally hot, but quite pleasant, thanks to cooling sea breezes. During the summer the average temperature is well above 20ºC and it is not unusual that it reaches above 30 ºC. During autumn and spring the days are hot as well but the nights are colder. Rain usually occurs in short downpours and is distributed throughout the year.

The surf school is mobile, and beginners’ classes usually take place at the beautiful beach of Hossegor, right in front of the surf camp. Lessons can be given in Hossegor, Capbreton or Seignosse depending on where the best conditions are that day.

All instructors are qualified surf teachers by the French federal approved monitors, as well as lifeguards, and can provide you with the highest level of surf training. Lessons can be held in French, English, and Spanish at a basic level.

We guarantee that after one week of surf coaching both beginners and more experienced surfer will have improved greatly.

The following is included for students attending the surf school:

• Accommodation at the surf camp
• Surf lessons, 5 days per week, 2 hours per day
• Transport to the most suitable wave of the day
• Free use of surf boards, wetsuits etc. also after classes
• Breakfast every day of your stay
• Pick up/ drop off at Hossegor bus or train station
• Free use of skateboards/longboards.
• Transport to outlets to buy surf wear at reduced prices.

Surfari is a great option for the more experienced surfers. Every day there is a different swell, a different wind etc. This doesn't matter if you are joining a Surfari. Every day you will be accompanied by a member of the staff who will show you the best breaks of the region. They will tell you all about the spots, how to get in and out, the currents, type of wave, etc.

Hossegor is known for its powerful waves and has an impressive series of world-class beach breaks such as La Nord and La Gravière. These breaks are right in front of the surf camp, while others, like La Piste and Estagnots are only a short drive away.

The following is included in the surfari:

• Accommodation at the surf camp
• Surfaris every day of your stay
• Transport to the best wave of the day
• Surfboards, wetsuits etc.
• Free use of surf equipment every day
• Breakfast every day of your stay
• Pick up/ drop off at Hossegor train or Bus station
• Free use of skateboards/longboards
• Transport to outlets to buy surf wear at reduced prices.

Surfaris are available all year round. The biggest swells come in late winter and early spring, but there are great waves to be explored the rest of the year as well.

The accommodation we offer is situated by the beach in Hossegor, just a minute walk from the world famous surf spots La Nord and La Gravière and crawling distance from the legendary Dick's Sand Bar and Rock Food. Depending on your preferences we can offer you two types of accommodation, standard or upgraded.

The standard accommodation is our surf house that always have a great social atmosphere. All guests stay in the sleeping loft where you get your own bed and space to store your stuff. Please bring your own sheets.

The surf house is equipped with a modern kitchen, two bathrooms, a patio perfect for BBQ nights and a chill out corner, where you can choose between a big selection of surf movies, books and Surf Magazines. You can always hang out in the patio if you get tired of the sand and the sun. Grab a cold beer, lie down in the Bali sofa and put on some music. A brilliant way to relax before a surf session or a night out!

If you are a group of 4-6 people you can also book a private beautiful apartment with ocean view (upgraded accommodation). It is a paradise for all surfers, ideally located next to the surf camp. The apartment can only be booked by groups (only available to rent Saturday to Saturday), and is completely renovated and tastefully decorated. It has one living room with TV, DVD and a sofa bed, open kitchen, double bedroom, bunk bedroom, bathroom and two big balconies so you can enjoy the sun the whole day.

The surf camp also offers “accommodation only” for those that have their own agenda. Independent of if you book a surf camp package or just accommodation you are entitled to use skate boards, wind stoppers, Frisbees, beach tennis equipment, beach balls etc. found in the surf house. Guest who has only booked accommodation can rent surfboards and wetsuits at our surf school for an extra cost of 15 euro (surf board) and 10 euro (wetsuit), per day.

Arrival in Hossegor is easily done by bus or train, connecting with the airport in Biarritz or the airport in Bordeaux.

Since the Biarritz area is a major tourist resort, getting hold of a cheap air ticket is usually not a problem. Check out Ryanair and Sterling to mention a few.

Getting to Hossegor from Biarritz airport is easily done by bus.

If you can’t find a flight to Biarritz, flying to Bordeaux (airport code: BOD), where Easyjet , Norwegian and many regular airlines has services, can be a good alternative. From Bordeaux you can catch the train to Bayonne, which takes about two hours. In Bayonne you can either catch a bus to Hossegor or take a taxi.

The staff will pick up for free at Hossegor train- or bus station. If you need pick up from Biarritz or Bayonne, this costs extra.