Moledo Kitesurf Spot in Viana do Castelo
Europe Kiteboard Spot in Portugal
Moledo is a small kitesurfing oasis situated in the North of Portugal away from the swarms of visitors who frequent other Portuguese spots, making it a kite surfer's paradise on a windy day. You will find yourself in a little, charming town with a long stretch of white sand beach, with waves and wind coming in off the Atlantic coast. With adventurous activities like kiteboarding, surfing, mountain biking, hiking and yoga, or simply relaxing on the beach if you just want to chill. This long sandy beach, complete with the Insua fort just offshore, is rugged and beautiful and it can get pretty crowded with tourists in July and August. The beach is a blue flag beach and has all the amenities you’d expect, with parking, restaurant, toilets etc.
Moledo Kitesurfing wind conditions
Moledo’s main kite season is from May until October, when a thermal wind generally kicks in around lunchtime and blows until sunset. It’s pretty consistent with 20 to 25 knot winds most days, making for ideal kitesurfing conditions. Add to this the swell which rolls in almost daily and it makes for a really fun spot! Beginners can learn here with one of the local schools, and experienced kitesurfers will enjoy the waves on the various sandbanks and the flat sections in between. The water in Moledo varies from around 14 degrees celsius in the winter to 18 degrees celsius in the summer, so a wetsuit is going to be your friend here, but it’s totally worth it to enjoy this beautiful spot with Insua fort for a backdrop.
body wear
- long neo
- short neo
downwinder
- Yes
ride type
- freeride
- freestyle
- wakestyle
- wave
skill level
- intermediate
- advanced
- professional
spot type
- ocean
starting area
- sandy beach
water condition
- medium wave
wind daytime
- all day
wind type
- gusty
Wind Stats for Moledo Kiteboarding
Around the Kiteboarding Spot Moledo
In addition to kitesurfing, surfing on Moledo beach is very popular. Trekking tours or mountain biking in and around the local mountains are also an option if you still want to exercise! For a down day you can take a break in Caminha and visit some of the beautiful chapels and churches. Another nearby spot is Pincho's waterfalls, where you can go mini-canoeing, cliff jumping, or swim in one of the many small turquoise waters. Also, Why not take a ride to Monte Santa Tecla in Spain for breathtaking views of Portugal? As you can see there’s plenty to keep you occupied.
camper parking
- Only by day
car parking
- Nearby
emergency
- Kite repair
has restaurant
- Yes
has toilet
- No
has shower
- No
How to get to Moledo and how to bring it about while you're there
Porto airport (OPO) is the nearest international airport to Moledo. The easiest option for travel in the area is to rent your own car, which can be picked up at the airport. Public transport will take a long time and options will be limited, so it’s much safer to get your own transport sorted out in advance.
accommodation
- near the spot
public transport
- Good
rental cars
- Recommended
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