About This Spot
Alagadi, Cyprus is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Cyprus.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With W–WNW–NW winds, peaking from May to September, Alagadi, Cyprus delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best direction in summer is West or Northwest, with northerlies ridable but onshore so be very cautious and do not overfly other beach users. 12-20 knots normal with occasional increasing to 25+. In winter the wind is on/sideonshore from the right (North or Northeasterly). In July and August the heat and humidity generally kills the wind but good either side of these months.
When to Go
Season runs from late April to November. Can get extremely hot in July and August (40+°C and high humidity). Shorts and sunscreen all the way. Shorty or thin full suit during winter months.
What to Expect
Small waves in sideshore westerly (prevailing direction in summer) with flat sections in between increasing in size with wind strength. Nice port tack kickers on way out in a westerly. Big waves and wind on/sideon in winter from the right (north or northeasterly).
Wind & Conditions
W · WNW · NW
Best wind direction
Best direction in summer is West or Northwest, with northerlies ridable but onshore so be very cautious and do not overfly other beach users. 12-20 knots normal with occasional increasing to 25+. In winter the wind is on/sideonshore from the right (North or Northeasterly). In July and August the heat and humidity generally kills the wind but good either side of these months.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Small waves in sideshore westerly (prevailing direction in summer) with flat sections in between increasing in size with wind strength. Nice port tack kickers on way out in a westerly. Big waves and wind on/sideon in winter from the right (north or northeasterly).
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
All airports have taxis to Kyrenia (Girne) taking 25min from Ercan airport, and a half from Larnaca and 2.5-3 hrs from Paphos. Numerous hotels, resorts etc in Kyrenia (Girne). Alagadi beach 20min from town by car. Follow the coast road east out of Kyrenia following signs for Catalkoy/Esentepe until you see signs for Alagadi and Acapulco resort. Keep driving past resort and power station until you arrive at Alagadi turn off also signposted for St Kathleen's restaurant (awesome food!). Follow the road to the left of the restaurant and you are there. 3 car parks, one at the far west end (the best for kiting), one in the middle with a small cafe and shower/toilet and one at far eastern end unsuitable except for winter months. Free parking at present (National Park).
Location
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