A Lanzada - Praia da Lanzada
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A Lanzada
The beach of La Lanzada, located in the municipality of Sanxenxo in Galicia, is a popular spot for kitesurfers due to its constant Atlantic breezes and breathtaking landscapes. This long sandy beach stretches out facing the ocean, providing an ideal setting between wild nature and easy access. Locals enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and varied sessions, from flat water to waves.
Close to Vigo airport, about 60 km away, the spot is easily accessible by car via the A9 motorway or by bus. A large free parking area runs along the beach, and kite schools are set up during the season. It is an authentic place where one can combine riding and Galician cultural discovery.
The beach attracts a moderate crowd in summer but remains spacious for stress-free navigation. The views of the dunes and nearby islands add to the charm of this Atlantic kite paradise.
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.
- 🟢 10–16 nds : vent faible mais navigable (notamment en foil).
- 🟡 16–22 nds : plage idéale, conditions confortables pour la majorité.
- 🔴 22–28 nds : vent fort, réservé aux riders expérimentés.
- 🟣 28+ nds : conditions extrêmes, navigation engagée.
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waveThe beach of La Lanzada offers a large area for launching and landing thanks to its impressive width and length, with a generous downwind space. The water entry is easy on the fine sand, with no major obstacles, although some rocks appear to the south at low tide. The conditions are side-on to side-off with the dominant winds from the northwest (NW) or southeast (SW), perfect for jumps and wave riding.
In summer, the water is often choppy flat with small to medium waves, ideal for intermediates. Winter brings larger waves with SW, but the spot remains usable year-round. No strong tidal influence on the kite, the beach remains wide. Be cautious of swimming areas in high season, marked by buoys.
The downwinder to nearby spots like A Mexilloeira is common. Local schools often manage the beach to streamline traffic.
Ideal with winds from NW to SW at 15-25 kts, side-on for clean waves or side-off for freestyle. Best in summer for thermals, winter for wave.
The water conditions vary from light chop in summer to medium waves (1-2m) in winter with SW. Small regular waves, larger in autumn. The bottom is sandy with some rocks to the south.
Currents are generally weak to moderate along the beach, influenced by Atlantic tides. No major channel, but caution is advised in case of strong swell. Tides do not significantly impact the kite spot.
Plan for sizes of 9 to 11m² for moderate winds, 7-9m² on strong days. Adjust to the local strength of 15-25 kts.
The dominant Atlantic winds come from the NW and SW, with regular strengths of 15 to 25 knots. There are thermals during the day in summer and frontal winds in winter. The best months are June, July, and January according to stats, with a wind score around 50/100 currently at 22.5 kts.
The Galician climate is temperate oceanic, with mild summers around 20-25°C and cool winters at 10-15°C. Rainfall is frequent, especially outside the summer season, but sessions remain possible. The main season runs from April to October, with the most reliable winds in summer.
Depth is progressive with a sandy bottom. Footing up to 50-100m from the shore depending on the tide.
The water remains cool year-round between 13-18°C. A 4/3mm wetsuit is mandatory, shorty in summer is rare.