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Ideal surf conditions at Espinho

Swell window
SW, NW
Best swell direction
NW
Swell size
4ft - 10ft
Swell breaks over
Sand
Wave directions
Right
Wind window
E
Best tides at
Low, Mid
Skill Level
Intermediate
Seasons
Autumn
Board types
Shortboard, Fish, Longboard, Bodyboard

Espinho surf guide

Surf: The best known surf spot in north Portugal breaks off a jetty and runs through to the inside as a fast, walled up right that finally dies as a close out over shallow rocks. Plenty of tubing moments with swells of up to 3m+ (10ft). Environment: The busiest spot in the area with the localism attitudes that you would expect. Very polluted. Surf: General: An average beachbreak with some fun peaks for all abilities when small, that gets powerful as the swell fills in. The premiere spot is a right-hander breaking off the rocky groyne in front of the casino - refered to as Casino Right - a long quality wave that wakes up in a decent NW swell. It can hold up to double overhead and becomes a challenging, occasionally hollow prospect - one of the best waves in the north of the country. Expect a competitive line-up. Tides: Best low to mid tide. Size: Waist high to double overhead. Wind: E Swell: NW, W, SW Bottom: Sand Paddling: Heavy paddle once the swell gets over shoulder high. Spot Rating: Long, powerful walling right-hander breaking off the southern side of jetty that can hold a decent size and draws a decent crowd. Access: Street parking is tricky here. There is a car park close to the break by the Tourist Information Office. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Popular spot with locals and surfers from nearby Porto. Local Vibe: Very competitive on the right, borderline localised - experienced surfers here so observe etiquette. The rest of beach OK. Environment: Has a well-earned reputation for poor water quality from nearby factories. Hazards: Groyne, crowd, swimmers in summer. Season: This consistent swell catcher works year round but best September - November

Written by Joris de Ruiter

Joris is a dad, husband, surfer, software developer, yogi and swimmer. He combines his passion for surfing and technology to help others catch more and better waves.

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