Head for the Atlantic: the week of 1er June offers a cocktail of waves hollow, waves regular waves and light winds, perfect for chasing the tube perfect one and enjoying a true salty getaway.
Surf forecast: the peaks set to score in Hossegor and along the Aquitaine coast
The Canyelles and Gouf Plateau buoys are in agreement: 1.9 m WNW swell, a 13-second period, and an offshore breeze at dawn. Hossegor’s shifting sandbanks should deliver dream rail-to-rail surfing onBare AssesBeach before the thermal wind picks up. In-the-know riders will keep an eye on the cyclone swell alert issued bySurf-Hossegor, useful if the tropical depression named “Helena” decides to hit earlier than expected.
Wind windows, sandbanks, and an escape option
Between the 9 a.m. outgoing tide and noon low tide, the southern sandbanks channel the swell: hollow sections, a heavy takeoff 50 m from shore,fast ridesfor goofy and regular riders. For a Plan B, head north; Capbreton will offer slower walls, but perfect for fine-tuning yourflowon a twin or mid-length.
Corona Cero New Zealand Pro: key figures and highlights
The stars of thesurfworld tour secured their tickets to the finals in machine mode. In the final, Carissa Moore made a thunderous comeback after her maternity break, while Italo Ferreira landed a 9.83 aerial rotation. Marco Mignot, loyal to the Hossegor Surf Club, exited in the 3rderound but remains 14e overall, within reach of the mid-season Cut.
| CT Rank | Surfing | Nation | NZ Pro Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carissa Moore | Haw | Winner |
| 1 | Italo Ferreira | Bra | Winner |
| 14 | Marco Mignot | Fra | 3e tour |
| — | Sawyer Lindblad | USA | Finalist |
| — | Morgan Cibilic | Off | Finalist |
Next stop: Punta Roca under the microscope
Heading to El Salvador this Friday. The stop is known for its mechanical right-hander; regular-footers are already sharpening their carves while goofy-footers prepare tight cutbacks. Viewers will be able to follow the event and heat stats on the detailed competition schedule.
Surf calendar: competitions and initiatives for the first half of June
The front of competitive waves shows no sign of slowing down. Three major events are taking place along the sandy coastline:
- Roxy Vahiné Cup France – June 6-7, Grand Crohot: a ticket to Tahiti 2027 is up for grabs.
- Interclub shortboard & longboard – Mimizan: qualification for the 2027 Interclub World Championships in Australia is on the line.
- National bodysurf & kneeboard open – Vieux-Boucau: a twin-event format for purists of the fins-and-shortboard feel.
The young chargers won’t be left out: the anniversary edition of the “Têtards” will take over the Côte des Basques on June 20-21, celebrating six decades of passing on wave-riding culture.
Longboard/SUP results: focus on Oléron & Vieux-Boucau
Raony Portilla, Mila Dufrene and Margaux Vieuge confirm their dominance in France. Among SUPers, Pierre Girardeau and Gabriel Bachelet take the prize, reminding us that big boards and their wavessofter waves remain a demanding playground.
Industry and sustainable development: when business rhymes with ocean
The Océan Leaders Summit brings together 300 investors and start-ups in Lacanau on June 4: surf-working in the morning, pitching in the afternoon, and a beach clean at sunset. EuroSIMA unveils its “Surf Panorama” 2026; the first finding: 68% of participants now favor eco-designed boards. At the same time, the FFS is creating a “sustainable surf” commission and is looking for representatives before June 10.
On the gear side, the fire at the Eco-Core foam blank factory in May has reignited the debate over the low-carbon supply chain; updates to follow in the Hossegor industry report.
Eco-friendly checklist for a responsible quiver
Before rushing out to buy, check these points:
- Certified bio-based resin label.
- Traceability of the PU or EPS blank.
- Recyclable or refurbished fin set.
- Paraffin-free, biodegradable wax.
- Fins and leash can be recovered through a take-back program.
When is the next swell alert scheduled for Hossegor?
If Helena maintains its trajectory, the first cyclonic pulse will hit the coast between June 4 and 5, creating 2.5 m sets on the central sandbanks.
How do I register as a representative for the sustainable surf committee?
Download the application package from surfingfrance.com, complete the skills and planned actions sections, and send it to the address provided before June 10.
Where can I find detailed forecasts for Punta Roca?
The official WSL website publishes swell reports, while real-time local analyses are shared on Surf Hossegor and Marco Mignot’s social media.
Are eco-designed boards less high-performing?
Bio-based resin glassing and recycled foam now offer flex and weight comparable to traditional PU; the performance difference has become negligible.
