Carcans
- Break
- Beach
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Best season
- Autumn
- Crowds
- Medium
- Swell
- W, NW
- Wind
- E
- Location
- 45.0833, -1.1806
Hazards
Open beach north of Lacanau backed by sand dunes. Powerful, consistent peaks and a relaxed atmosphere.
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