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Shock-Wave

3.8 — based on 17 community signals
4.3 12 species 40 contributors

Shock-Wave is a year-round Spanish surf break with a growing community and local knowledge base.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Shore entry

At a glance

Activity
surf
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
8.6 kn
Wave
1.9 m
Water
23°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (56%)
Now: NNE (23°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 2.19m

Today: High 07:00 (+0.17m), Low 14:00 (-0.48m)

+0.9 m0 m-1.3 m
▲ 07:00 · +0.17m ▼ 14:00 · -0.48m ▲ 20:00 · +0m ▼ 02:00 · -0.45m Now -0.3m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV7.85 · high Air PM2.521 · moderate 07:42 19:56
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 15.6 1.96 8 0mm
09-20 10.3 1.52 8 0mm
09-21 15.4 1.26 8 0mm
09-22 17.1 1.12 8 0mm
09-23 10 1.08 8 0mm
09-24 10.5 1.12 8 0mm
09-25 11.5 1.1 4 0mm

About this spot

Shock-Wave is a Spanish surf spot that works throughout the year, making it accessible to visiting surfers across most seasons. The break has generated interest within the local surf community, evidenced by 12 species observations and 3 community videos that document conditions and performance. While specific technical details like wave difficulty and water temperature aren't widely documented, these community contributions offer real-world insight into what to expect when you paddle out. The spot sits outside protected marine areas, so access is straightforward without permit requirements. Shock-Wave appeals to surfers looking for consistent year-round options in Spain who can learn from local footage and observations before arrival.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🏄 Surfboard or rental confirmation
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 49%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 2774km · ~638kg · €11

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 77/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 7h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 6h east · 4 days recovery

FAQ

What's the best time to surf Shock-Wave?

Shock-Wave works year-round, so you can visit any season. Check community videos to see conditions in the months you're planning to travel.

What level is Shock-Wave for?

Difficulty and specific wave characteristics aren't formally documented. Watch the 3 community videos available to gauge whether it suits your skill level.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations are recorded for the area. Review community contributions to see what marine activity has been documented at this break.

Do I need permits to surf Shock-Wave?

No. Shock-Wave is not inside a protected marine area, so no special permits are required to access the break.

See it live now

Live webcams at this spot (within 500 m). Windy.com

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

12 records · 12 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2023
×1records

Sphyrna zygaena

Elasmobranchii · Sphyrnidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Dec 2014
×1records
Depth:
0–200 m

Athanas nitescens

Malacostraca · Alpheidae
OBIS
Last seen:
6 Jun 2009
×1records

Lepidochitona stroemfelti

Polyplacophora · Tonicellidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 May 2005
×1records

Ocenebra leukos

Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 2005
×1records

Philippia hybrida

Gastropoda · Architectonicidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 2002
×1records
Depth:
5 m

Hemipolygona armata

Gastropoda · Fasciolariidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 2002
×1records
Depth:
20–30 m

Conus pulcher

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 2002
×1records
Depth:
45 m

Sinistralia maroccensis

Gastropoda · Fasciolariidae
OBIS
Last seen:
19 Oct 1992
×1records

Hymenancora triungulata

Demospongiae · Myxillidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Jul 1901
×1records
Depth:
540 m

Thericium vulgatum

Gastropoda · Cerithiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
Invalid Date
×1records

Patella ulyssiponensis

Gastropoda · Patellidae
OBIS
Last seen:
Invalid Date
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

The wave pool technology in spain with good surfer

Surf France Hossegor
💬 1 top comments
  • Madri or Barcelona?

    @Agent03_30 · 👍 0

Spanish surfer Inigo tries Pleasure Point on for size~ #surfing #watersport #spaniard

Frequency Horizon

Drone video captures moment giant wave swallows up swimmers on Mexican beach

New York Post
💬 3 top comments
  • The size of those waves with the steepness of that beach is a lethal combo.

    @ducttapestuff-jonathan9571 · 👍 2500
  • I get this same sensation of trying to escape and being dragged back in every time I start browsing youtube 😅

    @adrianloganpaul4954 · 👍 1200
  • Title should be drone fails to capture

    @igbc176 · 👍 146

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