Praia do Norte
Nazaré, Portugal39.610° -9.080°
Levels 6-7Typical size: 6–80 ft
The Nazaré big-wave canyon. Holds the largest paddle-surfed waves on the planet. Travel here to watch — surfing it is a life-defining commitment.
Surf Snapshot
Estimated seasonal guidance — not a live forecast.
Consistency this monthEstimated
Rare
Beginner safety
Dangerous
Crowd
Moderate
Water quality
Clean
Typical size: Overhead-to-double overhead (6-80 ft)Spring suit
Recommended boardsGunStep-uptow board
Year-round consistency
Jun: Rare consistencyTap a month
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Rated for Levels 6-7 · Best at Level 7.
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Find my Level →Beginner notes
Hard no for anyone under Level 6. Currents are unsurvivable in size. The town beach (Praia do Sul) is the only beginner option in Nazaré.
Hazards
- big-wave hazard
- currents
- closeouts