Surf spot

Farstadstranda-Farstad

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Country: Norway
Coordinates: 62.9838, 7.1506

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Wave period (s)	4.4	4.3	4.5	4.3	7.2	7.3	7.3	6.1	6.5	7	6.5	6.5	6.6	6.5	6	6.2	6.3	6.3	6.3	6.5	6.5	6.7	6.8	6.9	7.3	7.3	7.2	7.2	6.8	6.7	4.3	4.5	5.1	5.5	7.3	7.3	7.3	7.3	6.8	6.7	6.5	6.3	6.3	6.3	6.2	6	6	6.2	6.2	6	6.8	6.8	6.8	7.1	6.4	5.9
Wave energy (kJ)	17	13	13	10	26	29	34	25	54	83	101	93	84	80	75	76	79	62	65	65	65	57	49	41	40	31	24	18	14	10	11	13	15	14	28	85	156	188	176	149	118	98	83	69	53	42	32	26	22	20	25	31	32	27	28	25
Wind speed (km/h)	13.5	8.4	6.9	1.3	3.3	9.7	13.3	42	45.1	44.1	38.1	31.8	31.4	30	17.3	11.9	12.6	8.1	4.7	6.5	1	8.9	7.2	7.1	7.9	5.4	15.3	11.5	9.5	6.8	10.1	52.8	48.4	37.7	23.4	21.7	20.3	19.4	17.4	12.3	14	15.8	9.1	6.4	7	6.5	6.2	5.6	12	9.4	10	8.3	13.2	28	25.1	12.4
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Farstadstranda (Farstad), Norway is a scenic beach break on Norway’s rugged northwest coast, best known for its cold-water Atlantic surf and exposed, wind- and swell-sensitive waves. It’s located near the village of Farstad in Hustadvika Municipality, Møre og Romsdal, and faces the open ocean, which means it can pick up plenty of swell when conditions line up.

What the spot is like

Type: Beach break
Exposure: Very exposed to North Atlantic swell
Wave quality: Can produce fun, punchy peaks and occasionally powerful surf when the sandbanks are working
Crowds: Usually light compared with more famous surf destinations
Scenery: Wide sandy beach with dramatic Norwegian coastal scenery

Best conditions

Swell: West to northwest swell tends to work well
Wind: Light offshore or cross-offshore winds are ideal
Tide: Can be tide-dependent, with sandbanks changing through the season
Season: Autumn and winter often bring the most consistent and powerful surf, though conditions can be cold and challenging

Things to keep in mind

Cold water: A thick winter wetsuit, boots, gloves, and hood are often necessary
Weather changes fast: Conditions can shift quickly due to Atlantic storms
Skill level: Can range from beginner-friendly on small days to more demanding when it gets bigger
Safety: Strong currents and heavy surf are possible, especially during larger swells

Overall vibe

Farstadstranda is a classic Norwegian surf beach: wild, cold, and atmospheric. It’s the kind of place that rewards patience and timing, with beautiful surroundings and the chance for quality waves when the sand and swell align.