
Praia de Liñares
Espagne · Galicia
The beach of Liñares in Abelleira, located on the northern coast of Galicia near Ferrol, is a popular spot among locals for its exposure to northeast winds. This long sandy beach offers a wild setting with little tourist traffic, ideal for quiet sessions. It is part of the dynamic area around the bay of San Xurxo, where conditions vary quickly from spot to spot.
Abelleira mainly attracts intermediate riders looking for side-on sessions with a consistent water surface. The spot is easily accessible from the coastal roads, with nearby parking to load gear without hassle.
Historical averages by month — not a live forecast.
The spot mainly works with winds from northeast and north, coming side-on from the right for a rider facing the sea. Launching is easy on the compact sand, with a wide and clear take-off area on the beach. Navigation is done in front of the beach over about 500m to 1km wide before the rocky areas, while staying alert to local rips. Depending on the tides, the water surface goes from light chop at high tide to more technical at low tide where dry areas appear. The best sessions are in the late thermal day in summer, or with established wind in winter.