Crowd & Localism
Weekdays are quiet most of the year. Winters especially can feel empty, just you and the Atlantic. Weekend summer sessions fill up, so dawn patrol is worth it. No heavy localism reported, just standard courtesy in a small lineup.
A Coruña, Northwest Spain, Spain
Louro
42.752, -9.098
Edited by Thomas Jackson
Verified May 2026
Editor-reviewedCross-checked against 1 reference
A-frame · BeachBeginner → Intermediate2–4 ftJan – Dec
Louro is a beach-break on the Costa da Morte stretch of northwest Spain that punches above its size when Atlantic groundswells push in from the NW or W. It works across all tides and fires up at under 1ft, though it tops out around 3ft before losing shape. Offshore winds from the E and SE are your friend here. The surrounding geography of mountains and open Atlantic exposure means winter can deliver raw, punchy conditions with almost nobody out, while summer thins the swell but brings the crowds on weekends. Honest assessment: this is a fun, ordinary beach-break suited to beginners and intermediates looking for uncrowded water and a mellow pace. Bottom: sand. Season: autumn through spring for best swell. Consistency: moderate. Arrive early on weekend summer sessions or you will be paddling out alongside half the local population.
Wave fit
Skill suited
Beginner → Intermediate
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Best months
Jan – Dec
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Character
Sloppy beach peaks with short rides.
Conditions
When it worksOptimum tide
All tides
Trip planning
Quick facts
Water temp
12° to 19°C
Wetsuit
4/3 winter, 3/2 summer
What to bring
- Longboard or mini-mal for small mushy days
- Shortboard 6ft to 6ft 4in on better autumn/winter swells
Lineup
Easy-going
Where it sits
Location
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About this break
What it's actually like
Access & Facilities
Reach the beach via the C550 coastal road. The Costa da Morte region has basic services in nearby towns. Water quality is generally good. No notable hazards beyond standard beach-break rips on bigger swells.
Nearby Alternatives
Carnota and Lariño sit close along the same coastline and pick up similar swell windows, with Lariño offering more exposure on larger NW swells. When Louro is blown out or small, check those two before driving further north.
10-day swell, wind and tide
Louro surf forecast
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Before you paddle out
Louro is a beach break suited for beginner to intermediate surfers. Confident beginners can give it a go on small days.
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