The Nazaré coast in Portugal is famous for the height of its waves. Real walls of water rise up. They are the big challenge for many surfers. The French surfer Benjamin Sanchis, owns the World record of the highest wave ever surfed. A monster of 33 meters. The Guardian shows us pictures of the crazy adventurers who defy the power of elements.

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