Pantin
Pantin is Galicia's surfing gateway—a powerful beach break in northwest Spain that hosts the longstanding Pantin Classic, one of Europe's most respected WSL Qualifying Series events. The dramatic granite cliffs surrounding this wild Atlantic beach create a setting that feels worlds away from Spain's Mediterranean image. When solid swells sweep in from the north Atlantic, Pantin produces hollow A-frame peaks with genuine barrel potential. The Celtic-influenced Galician culture, world-class seafood, and uncrowded waves make this an increasingly popular destination for surfers exploring beyond the Basque Country.
Today's Conditions
Location & Conditions
Tide Times
Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (310°)
- Direction range
- 260° - 350°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.3m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Offshore range
- 90° - 180°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
Water temp
15°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
5/10
👥 Semana Santa (Mar 28 – Apr 6) — expect extra crowds
Access: 40min from A Coruna airport. Easy beach access.
Best Season
Peak: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May-Aug
Year-round consistency. Best autumn-spring for size.