Discover the best spots
on the Basque Coast

Take advantage of all the experience
and advice a local surfer has to offer

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Marty surf guide

Set out to explore the surf spots along the Basque Coast with a local surfer. Marty will let you know about the best spots in the area based on the tides, swell, and wind. You’ll never miss another great session on the Coast.

Surf in Biarritz

Surfing was born in Biarritz in 1956 when Californian filmmaker Peter Viertel arrived on the beach at “Côte des Basques” with his surfboard. Recognized from that point on as the birthplace of surfing, Biarritz would quickly become its capital in France; renowned for its variety of spots (beach breaks, reef breaks, point breaks) and for its culture.

Surfing along the Basque Coast requires a good understanding of the spots, the swell, the wind, and the tides; in fact, it often takes several years of experience to understand how it all works.

Marty offers to share his knowledge and experience with you so you don’t miss out on a great surfing session in Biarritz and along the Basque Coast.

What does the surf guide include?

Before planning the day, you can chat with Marty via text or email to discuss your expectations for your surfing session and your skill level. What kind of wave do you prefer to surf? What surfboard do you want to use?

Once we’ve gone over all these questions together, Marty will suggest a date and time for the appointment. On the day of the tour, he’ll pick you up at your hotel, Airbnb, or rental, and then you’ll check out different spots where Marty will explain how they work.

Once you’ve decided on a spot together, you’ll go surfing for 1 hour and 30 minutes.

On the way back, Marty will take the opportunity to share his top picks for restaurants, bars, and things to do when there aren’t any waves. You can even choose to eat at a small local restaurant (surfing + lunch package).

After that, the surf spots along the Basque-Landes Coast will hold no secrets for you, and you’ll have everything you need to go surfing on your own or with your friends during your next trip to Biarritz.

Surf guide

Half day

300€

Pickup at your place of residence

Choose your gear at the surf shop

Check out the surf spots + coffee

Surf session (1 hour and 30 minutes on average)

Drop-off at your place of residence

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Surf guide

Day

500€

Pickup at your place of residence

Choose your gear at the surf shop

Check out the surf spots + coffee

Surf session (1.5 hours on average)

Lunch at a local restaurant (not included)

Surf session (1.5 hours on average)

Drop-off at your place of residence

Book

They surfed with me


4,9 / 5 — 404 avis
23 Aug 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Une semaine de location au top avec Marty à Biarritz ! Un vrai passionné, hyper sympa et surtout ultra arrangeant. Il nous a même livré les planches directement, ce qui nous a vraiment simplifié la vie. Du matériel adapté, de bons conseils, de la disponibilité et surtout un super contact du début à la fin. On sent qu’il cherche vraiment à faire plaisir et à ce que tout se passe bien. Je recommande les yeux fermés ! Si vous cherchez à louer des planches à Biarritz, allez voir Marty. On reviendra sans hésiter 🏄‍♂️🤙
20 Aug 2026
8 Aug 2026
Superb board hire
Marty was great to deal with, helpful and professional I would definitely recommend his shop. He has premium boards and a door to door service that can be beaten!
7 Aug 2026
Un coup de fil la veille et nous avons réservé 10 vélos mécaniques pour une balade en demi-journée. Certains ont déraillé mais ça peu arriver. Prendre un torchon au cas où pour s'essuyer. Lieu très accessible, facile d'accès. Casques prêtés gratuitement. Je recommande
18 Jul 2026
A big thanks to Marty, super easy to communicate with, flexible and quick to respond. I needed a board and didn’t want a foamy, Martys provided a top quality ‘Magic Carpet’ in a bag, waxed, leashed and ready to go. I highly recommend,.
6 Jul 2026
Marty was sensational! Sitting at the beach having lunch and the swell turned on and after calling Marty I had a surfboard in my hands in 20 minutes. And to my further surprise the board was a high performance fish similar to what I surf at home and included brand new firewire velox quad fins, boardbag and leash. Pick up was even more seamless with Marty coming to my door and grabbing the board on my final evening in Biarritz after another fun day of surf. Highly recommend Marty Surf Shop for all your surf needs in the Biarritz area. And don’t stop there. – give Marty a shout if you need e-bikes too!
5 Jul 2026
Better call and ask instead of booking online
Great little store. However, the board I reserved online was gone upon arrival, and delivery was not free and included as advertised (too short of a notice). The board I got was missing a piece of the tailpad, and the screws were slightly loose. On the bright side, the guy at the counter was very friendly and tried to accommodate my needs.
5 Jul 2026
Marty e equipe foram super atenciosos! Tinham a prancha que eu precisava, igual a que uso no Brasil, em condições excelentes! E Marty ainda me deu as dicas perfeitas para encontrar as melhores ondas! Sempre que vier para a região, voltarei na loja!
23 Jun 2026
Οne stop far all
You find exactly what you need to surf. Marty is very friendly, informative, and has a great vibe. Fair prices for the area.