Los Lances Kitesurf Spot in Cadiz
Europe Kiteboard Spot in Spain
Los Lances is one of the four main beaches for kitesurfing in Tarifa, about 3km from town itself. Tarifa is one of the original kitesurfing meccas and still attracting hordes of beginners, intermediates and pro riders to this day. During the summer there will be kite zones set out along the beach so it’s important to try and abide by the rules, but once you are in the water you can enjoy kiteboarding in the open ocean. Tarifa is known for being one of the windiest kite spots in Europe, so there’s a good reason people still flock there in huge numbers, but it can be horrendously busy in peak season so if you prefer untouched empty beaches from your kite holidays this might not be for you. The conditions here aren’t necessarily the best kitesurfing wise, but people return year on year for the mix of kiteboarding and the local vibe.
Los Lances Kitesurfing wind conditions
Tarifa is a windy destination most of the year but the best chance for wind is between April and October, with two main wind directions. The Poniente wind blows onshore and is slightly lighter around 10-25 knots, which is the ideal wind direction for learning to kitesurf. The levante wind blows cross offshore and can get really strong and gusty up to 40 knots, so definitely more suited to advanced kiteboarders. In peak season it gets really busy, so for learning to kite it’s definitely better to avoid the middle of summer, particularly July and August. You’ll want a wetsuit all year round, and the water here ranges from choppy to wavey depending on the wind direction and strength.
body wear
- board shorts
- short neo
ride type
- freeride
- freestyle
- hydrofoil
- wakestyle
- wave
skill level
- beginner
- intermediate
- advanced
- professional
spot type
- ocean
starting area
- sandy beach
water condition
- choppy
- medium wave
wind daytime
- all day
Wind Stats for Los Lances Kiteboarding
Around the Kiteboarding Spot Los Lances
Tarifa has a lot to do other than kitesurfing, which is part of the reason why it’s still a hugely popular destination for European kitesurfers. If you want to eat good food you’re in the right place, there are tons of restaurants and cafes offering something for everyone, and there are bars offering parties until the early hours of the morning. If you want to stay healthy and look after your body there are plenty of yoga studios and gyms, along with organic food to be found all over. Other than that you can surf, hike, climb, mountain bike, or just wander around the local shops in town for hours on end.
camper parking
- Overnight
car parking
- Nearby
emergency
- A medical center
- A rescue service
- Kite repair
has toilet
- Yes
How to get to Los Lances and how to bring it about while you're there
Gibraltar (GIB) is the closest airport around 45 minutes drive from Los Lances, but you’ll often find cheaper flights to Malaga (AGP) if you don’t mind the slightly longer 2 hour drive. The absolute best option wherever you fly to is to rent a car, as you’ll need a car to reach all the spots around Tarifa. Luckily rental cars are generally pretty cheap in Spain, so it’s not a huge extra expense, and worth it to have your own transport if you want to explore the local area some more.
accommodation
- near the spot
public transport
- Mellow
rental cars
- Recommended
Notice
Just don’t leave valuables in the car when kiting as Tarifa is known for some theft at the spots.
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