The best surf spot in Europe
A hidden gem on Spain’s northern coast
The Basque Country’s Mundaka is the best surf spot in Europe, forget Portugal, France or Cornwall, this is it.
Mundaka itself is a lovely small town and designated site of historical interest, home of many small inexpensive boutique hotels, and all centred on a UNESCO protected estuary. So those of you who don’t surf much, but maybe just enjoy hanging out in beautiful places, will find plenty of relaxed people and a great atmosphere.
October is when it really comes alive, thanks to some of the world’s best pro-surfers descending on Mundaka and its smaller neighbour Bakio for the Billabong Pro-Mundaka, Europe’s elite surfing competition.
It is held here because of incredible waves that provide surfers with some of the best rides of their lives. But be aware that this is not for amateurs, there’s a strong rip current and the take off is deceptively hard. If you are considering surfing out here make sure that your fitness levels are good before you set off.
If you are looking for the spot note that beach is between Guernika and Bermeo, it’s easy to find and visible from the road, look for the lineup by a little harbour, and park up near the church.
this place sounds awesome!
one day…i’ll keep dreaming