About This Spot
Crete / Elafonisi, Greece is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Greece.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With ESE–SE–SSE winds, peaking from April to October, Crete / Elafonisi, Greece delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
This beach works with many directions.
When to Go
Summer is the best time to go, water 24°C, air 30°C. A lycra for sun protection is recommended. Spring/autumn you need a wetsuit. In wintertime a long wetsuit.
What to Expect
Flat to choppy water. Can be very flat behind spits and sand bars. Lots of shallow water. Beautiful clear and blue water.
Wind & Conditions
ESE · SE · SSE · S · SSW · SW · WSW · W · WNW · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
This beach works with many directions.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy water. Can be very flat behind spits and sand bars. Lots of shallow water. Beautiful clear and blue water.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Chania west on E65 to Kastelli, then south to Kambos and further to Ayios Pandeleimon. From here about 4 km further south to Elafonisi.
Location
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