Nazaré, the monster
Portuguese
How are the giant waves of Nazaré formed?
In addition to this, you will need to know more about it.
The powerful swell coming from the open sea traverses a fault 5000 m deep in the Atlantic Ocean which stops just in front of the lighthouse, forcing the wave formed underwater to stop dead in front of the relief of the coast, to return all its sound. energy rising to the surface, creating gigantic waves.
Nazaré Tow Surfing Challenge
Portugal
Between November and March, the highest waves on the planet hit the Portuguese coast. Extreme surfers as well as sensational addicts and breathtaking image hunters arrive in a flash in Nazaré, the big surf spot.
An exceptional spectacle!
Since then, by dint of legendary waves, such as the 23 m wave surfed by Garett McNamara in November 2011, the site has become a world reference.
On the site of Praia do Norte, the public is often numerous to have gathered at the foot of the red lighthouse to observe the waves, in an almost religious silence.
Long reserved for surfers towed by a jet-ski, the famous Nazaré spot sees more and more pros launching themselves on its enormous waves with the simple force of their arms.
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