Friends of Boa Onda Guesthouse Peniche today we discover who the most famous Spanish surfers in recent surfing history are. Surfing is an exciting and adrenaline-pumping sport that requires skill, talent and passion. Spain, with its beautiful coastline and ideal surfing conditions, has produced some world-famous surfers. In this article, we will explore the careers of some of Spain’s most famous surfers and the competitions in which they have distinguished themselves. We will follow the same style as the previous article dedicated to discovering famous New Zealand surfers, trying to give you a general overview of the most important and popular surfing figures in Spain. Enjoy your reading.

Who are the world famous Spanish surfers

In this section, we present some of the most famous and successful Spanish surfers who have made their mark on the surfing world.

Aritz Aranburu

Aritz Aranburu, born in 1985 in Zarautz, is considered one of the best Spanish surfers of all time. Some of his major achievements include:

• Winner of the Spanish national championship in 2003 and 2004
• First Basque surfer to qualify for the World Surf League Championship Tour in 2007
• 5th place in the Billabong Pro Tahiti in 2014

Garazi Sánchez-Ortun

Garazi Sánchez-Ortun is one of Spain’s most talented and famous female surfers. Born in 1992 in Sopela, she has achieved numerous successes throughout her career:

• Winner of the European Junior Surfing Championship in 2009
• Spanish Champion in 2014 and 2015
• Achieved 2nd place in the Pantín Classic Galicia Pro in 2017

The most prestigious competitions

Spanish surfers have competed and achieved excellent results in some of the most prestigious international competitions. Here are some of the most important competitions:

• World Surf League (WSL): The WSL is the league that organises the most important surfing competitions in the world, including those in which Aritz Aranburu and Garazi Sánchez-Ortun have participated.
• ISA World Surfing Games: This competition involves surfers from all over the world and is one of the most prestigious surfing events
• Campionati Nazionali Spagnoli: This annual event is the Spanish national surfing championship, where the country’s best surfers compete for the title.

The link between Spain and surfing

Spain has a strong tradition in surfing, thanks to its fascinating coastline and ideal conditions for practising the sport. Below are some of the reasons why surfing is so popular in Spain:

• Over 7,900 km of coastline with a variety of waves suitable for all levels
• A mild and sunny climate that allows surfing throughout the year
• A community of passionate and supportive surfers who promote the growth and development of this sport in the country
• Numerous surf schools and dedicated facilities offering courses and support for beginners and experts alike