- Free
- Family-friendly
- Romantic
San Lorenzo is a surf beach right in the city. Several schools offer beginner lessons on the sand, gear included: a fun plan even if you've never caught a wave.
If you already surf and want bigger waves, the best breaks in the area are at Xagó and Frexulfe, a bit further along the coast.
What to see & do here
- Beginner surf lesson on the sand
- Gear included with the schools
- Bigger waves at Xagó and Frexulfe
- Fun even if you're a first-timer
Did you know?
- San Lorenzo is one of the few beaches in Spain where you can learn to surf right in the city centre.
- The waves depend on the tide: the surf changes completely between low and high water.
- Gijón has a long surfing culture and for years has hosted schools and contests on the beach itself.
