Crowd & Localism
Can Pujols rarely sees crowds, consistent with the island's overall low-demand surf culture. When the swell does arrive, expect a small local crew but nothing heavy. Respect in the water is standard.
Balearic Islands, Spain (Balearic), Spain
Can Pujols
38.971, 1.275
Edited by Tom Jackson
Verified May 2026
Cross-referencedCross-checked against Stormrider
At a glance
- Can Pujols is a right over reef, sectioney short right-hand reef break.
- Suits intermediate surfers, working 3-5 ft.
- Peak October to March.
Right · ReefIntermediate3–5 ftJan – Dec
A sectioney right-hander off a submerged reef at Can Pujols, on the northern coast of Mallorca, that rarely connects end-to-end but throws up punchy peaks when N swell fills in. It needs a solid W-to-N swell window to wake up, with southerly winds going offshore and keeping faces clean. Consistency is genuinely low, and even on working days the sections break apart more often than they link up, making full rides uncommon. Intermediate surfers can pick off individual sections when conditions cooperate, but this is not a reliable destination wave. Bottom: submerged reef. Season: autumn through early spring. Consistency: low. When a proper N swell is running, Aguas Blancas is another option worth checking in the same window, so have a backup plan ready rather than committing a long drive on forecast alone.
Wave fit
Skill suited
Intermediate
BegIntAdv
Best months
Jan – Dec
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Character
Sectioney short right-hand reef break.
Conditions
When it worksSwell window
W
W - N
Offshore wind
S
Southerly
Optimum tide
All tides
Size range
1-6ft
Low
Hazards
No concerns
Trip planning
Quick facts
Wetsuit
3/2
What to bring
- Shortboard 6ft to 6ft 4in for punchy sections
- Fish or hybrid for smaller, weaker days
Lineup
Mellow lineup
Where it sits
Location
Loading map...
About this break
What it's actually like
Access & Facilities
A car park makes access straightforward. There are no facilities on site, so bring water and food. Pollution is flagged as commercial in this zone, so check conditions after heavy rain or port activity nearby before paddling out.
Nearby Alternatives
When Can Pujols isn't linking up, Aguas Blancas works in the same N swell window and is worth the check. For more consistent surf on the island, the northwest coast picks up more swell exposure and offers stronger options when the Tramontana is running.
10-day swell, wind and tide
Can Pujols surf forecast
Loading forecast...
Forecast by Windy.app
Stay nearby
Camps within boat range
Browse all Spain surf camps
No vetted camps within boat range of Can Pujols yet.
More breaks in Spain (Balearic)
If this isn't your wave
Cala Nova
shifty sectioney beachbreak peaks · A-frame · Mixed
Beginner → Intermediate
Cala Mesquida
variable hollow beachbreak peaks, occasional barrels · A-frame · Beach
Intermediate → Advanced
Cala Major
short punchy beachbreak with occasional hollow sections · A-frame · Beach
Beginner → Intermediate
Son Bou
punchy hollow beachbreak peaks · A-frame · Beach
Intermediate
Playa de Levante
short hollow beachbreak peaks · A-frame · Beach
Beginner → Intermediate
Sant Tomas
short punchy shorebreak peaks · Varies · Beach
Beginner → Intermediate
Cabopino
short-to-medium sand-bar lefts, steep takeoff softening to walling section · Left · Beach
Beginner → Intermediate
Canyamel
variable hollow beachbreak peaks · Varies · Beach
Intermediate
Punta Prima
orderly winter beachbreak peaks, long lines with moderate power · A-frame · Beach
Intermediate
Sagunto
short jetty-influenced beach peaks · A-frame · Beach
Beginner → Intermediate
Montgat
short hollow right and sectiony left beachbreak peaks · A-frame · Beach
Intermediate
Masnou
fast walling left off harbour jetty, occasional hollow sections · Left · Mixed
Intermediate → Advanced
Plan a trip
Build a trip around Can Pujols
Tell us your dates, skill, and crew. We match camps within boat range and forward inquiries.
Frequently asked
What you need to know before paddling out at Can Pujols
What skill level is Can Pujols suited for?
Can Pujols is a reef bottom, sectioney short right-hand reef break, break suited for intermediate surfers.
What size does Can Pujols work best at?
Working size is 3 to 5 ft. Below 3 ft the swell goes flat. Above 5 ft it gets heavy and the lineup thins out.
When is the best season to surf Can Pujols?
Can Pujols fires from October through March. Outside that window the swell window narrows and the lineup goes quiet.
What swell direction does Can Pujols need?
Can Pujols switches on with a w - n groundswell. Offshore winds blow from the southerly.
What are the main hazards at Can Pujols?
Main hazards at Can Pujols: no concerns. Reef booties are common kit.
What type of wave is Can Pujols?
Can Pujols is a right-breaking wave over reef. Sectioney short right-hand reef break.
Sources
- Stormrider
Can Pujols
Pick the camps you want quotes from.