Stagnone
Italy · Sicile
The Stagnone lagoon in Marsala, Sicily, is a legendary spot surrounded by salt flats and islands. It's a paradise for kiters with its shallow water and constant wind. The setting is wild, with incredible sunsets and a relaxed atmosphere.
Located between Trapani and Marsala, near the airport, it attracts riders from all over the world. There are kite schools, sandy beaches, and calm areas to ride away from the crowd. It's the perfect place to progress safely.
The nature reserve offers a unique backdrop, with reliable winds year-round and flat water perfect for freestyle or learning.
The Stagnone lagoon works with all wind directions, from south to northwest, thanks to its irregular shape. The main spot is oriented west, perfect for a side-on or side-shore wind from the NW or W. Launching is easy everywhere, often on sand, and you can set up the kite standing in shallow water.
The water surface is ultra-flat in the lagoon, ideal for freestyle and beginners, with an average depth of 1 meter. At low tide, sea grass appears but remains slippery; at high tide, more fluidity. The navigation areas extend for miles: upwind to the north for calm, downwind to the south more crowded in high season.
Launching is done from the schools or the edges, with plenty of space. Local feature: you can walk everywhere to retrieve, no need for a safety boat, and downwinders to San Teodoro lead to waves in open sea via a narrow channel.
Sources :sicilykiteschool.it · kitelab.info · iksurfmag.com · kiteboarding-club.com · prokitealbyrondina.com
