Praia da Alagoa
Portugal · Faro
Praia da Alagoa, in Altura, is a long spot of fine sand in the Algarve, right in the Castro Marim area. The beach is wide, easily accessible, and attracts both vacationers and riders when the wind is good.
It is a fairly versatile spot for kitesurfing, with space to rig and relatively simple practice when the beach is not too crowded. The atmosphere remains relaxed, with a generally easy-to-read water surface.
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Praia da Alagoa mainly works with a wind from the W to NW sector, often in side-shore to side-on depending on the exact orientation of the flow. With conditions forecasted around 15 knots, it is a decent session for intermediate kites, especially on foil or recent twin-tips. The beach is wide, which facilitates launching and setup, but one must keep a margin from swimmers in season.
The water surface is generally quite calm to slightly choppy, with a flatter tendency at low tide and a bit more irregular when the swell comes in or when the wind picks up. The spot remains interesting for clean riding on a long stretch of sand, without major technical difficulty. Launching is done directly from the beach, with a simple start, but one must monitor the swimming area and stay well clear of families in summer.
The water level is generally gradual, with a sandy bottom, which reassures most outings. The best windows occur when the wind is well established and the beach is not too crowded. It is a pleasant spot for clean riding, without major traps, but it requires discipline in the launching and landing zones.
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