#503 European Rank

La Graviere

Soorts-Hossegor, Landes, France•Atlantic Ocean• Best Season: September, October

Photo: KaiKemmann (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.36/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

22.1°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€65/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Soorts-Hossegor, Landes · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Ideal Swimming

Jan

12.6°C

Air 18°C

Feb

12.0°C

Air 19°C

Mar

12.4°C

Air 21°C

Apr

13.6°C

Air 24°C

May

15.9°C

Air 27°C

Jun

18.9°C

Air 30°C

Jul

21.2°C

Air 32°C

Peak

Aug

22.1°C

Air 32°C

Sep

20.7°C

Air 30°C

Oct

18.3°C

Air 27°C

Nov

15.7°C

Air 23°C

Dec

13.7°C

Air 20°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 12 Jul – 8 Sep (>21°C) · 58 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all France Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About La Graviere

One of the planet's finest beach-break barrels, drawing the pro surf tour to Hossegor's shifting sandbanks each autumn.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Dune boardwalk access north of Place des Landais in Soorts-Hossegor with parking.

•Protected Status / Environment: Protected Atlantic coastal dune zone in the Landes department.

•Notable Feature: World-famous heavy shorebreak wave generating cylindrical tube barrels for international surfing competitions.

Official Tourism Authorities:france.fr hossegor.fr landes-atlantique-sud.com

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Soorts-Hossegor, Landes. Accessible via regional coastal roads (43.674°N, -1.441°E).

•Dangerous, heavy shorebreak and rips, strong swimmers only.

•Open Landes dune coast lined with pine forest.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Soorts-Hossegor, Landes, France.

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Frequently Asked Questions about La Graviere

What is the water temperature at La Graviere?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at La Graviere averages 22.1°C (72°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is La Graviere?

La Graviere is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Soorts-Hossegor, Landes, France.

Is La Graviere good for families with kids?

Yes, La Graviere is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at La Graviere?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

Getting Around & Activities

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Airport & Port Transfers

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