Greece
Great Sand beach in Marmari, on the island of Euboea in central Greece, is a long sandy beach ideal for kitesurfing. Located near the village of Marmari, it offers a perfect space for launching and landing kites. It's a windy spot that attracts riders looking for powerful sessions.
The area is authentic with its family taverns around the port and nearby beaches like Golden Sands or Zastani. It has a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for combining kite and relaxation by the sea. Schools like KiteGreece offer gear and boat rescues.
Easy access by ferry from Rafina or by car, and the spot remains preserved despite its local popularity.
Les données de vent affichées ici proviennent d’ERA5 (via Open-Meteo) sur 4 ans, retraitées pour refléter des conditions réalistes.
👉 Le vent moyen a été calibré pour éviter la sous-estimation habituelle des modèles.
👉 Les rafales ont été corrigées par un ratio médian afin d’éviter des valeurs extrêmes irréalistes.
👉 Chaque jour est résumé par le vent médian (P50) observé pendant les heures utiles (8h–20h), puis classé dans des plages de vent.
👉 Le mode pondéré mélange vent moyen et rafales pour refléter au mieux le vent ressenti.
chopchopThe wind generally blows side-shore or side-on from the north-west, thanks to the Meltemi effect in summer which can reach up to 45 knots. The sandy beach is wide and perfect for launching and landing, with a navigation area just offshore where the water becomes choppy with small kickers near the shore.
The area is spacious but you need to manage your upwind well to avoid drifting too far, as the side wind can push offshore if you're not careful. Boat rescues are available from 10 AM to 8 PM via centers like Marmari Surf Club. In strong tram, small waves form, ideal for freestyle or beginner wave riding.
No significant tide in the Mediterranean, so the water remains constant, but be cautious of overpowered sessions on small kites. Local facilities allow rinsing gear between sessions.
Ideal conditions with 20-35 knots side-shore from the north-west, for well-powered sessions on small kites. Perfect when the Meltemi is pumping without being extreme.
The water surface is choppy with wind, and small waves or kickers form near the shore with strong Meltemi. World-class conditions for advanced freestyle, but not flat.
Currents are generally weak on this exposed beach, but can intensify with very strong winds drifting offshore. No significant tides, so no major impact on navigation.
Prefer sizes 7 to 12 m², with 9m as the average for typical winds of 15-35 knots. Bring smaller kites for days with 40+ knots.
The wind regime is dominated by the Meltemi, a strong north-west thermal in summer, with 20 to 45 knots on windy days. It blows side-shore on the south-east facing beach, with powerful gusts due to the venturi effect.
Windy all year according to high scores, but the peak is in July-August with 90% of rideable days.
The climate is Mediterranean with hot, dry summers, temperatures around 25-30°C even in strong winds. In winter, it gets cooler around 10-15°C, but the spot remains usable year-round according to the stats.
Best period from May to October for reliable Meltemi, with little rain and plenty of sunshine. The water stays warm for a long time, perfect for sessions in a shorty.
Progressive depth with a clean sandy bottom. You can stand for a long time from the shore thanks to the wide beach.
In summer, the water is 22-26°C, a shorty is sufficient. In winter, around 16-18°C, plan for a 3/2.
