Belharra, Large wave surf spot off Corniche Basque, France
This exceptional wave forms 3 kilometers from the coast when strong swells hit an underwater plateau called Belharra Perdun at 15 meters depth.
The first documented surf session at Belharra occurred in 2002 when local surfer Peyo Lizarazu led a group of pioneers to conquer these massive waves.
Professional surfers from different nations gather at Belharra during autumn and winter storms to challenge waves that can reach heights of 15 meters.
Access to observe the wave breaking point requires a jet ski, while spectators can watch from the cliffs of the Corniche Basque in Urrugne.
The specific underwater topography creates waves that rank among the largest in Europe, comparable to those at Nazaré in Portugal and Mullaghmore in Ireland.
GPS coordinates: 43.40361,-1.71778
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:39
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