About This Spot
Gialova, Greece is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Greece.
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 June to August, Gialova, Greece delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best with WW to NW side shore wind. It's pretty constant, without as lot of gusts. There can be some wind holes on the water, because of the opening in the island completely upwind in the bay.
When to Go
Nice weather, during the summer months almost always 30+ degrees. Water temperature about 25 degrees during summer months.
What to Expect
The spot is located in the Bay of Navarino, which makes it pretty safe for kiteboarding. Shallow for the first few meters from the beach, deep water in the rest of the bay. There are a few hazards: a half sunken ship completely downwind, swimmers (during camping season), small boats in front of the camping. There are windsurfers in the bay as well, look out with the kite lines.
Wind & Conditions
W · WNW · NW
Best wind direction
Best with WW to NW side shore wind. It's pretty constant, without as lot of gusts. There can be some wind holes on the water, because of the opening in the island completely upwind in the bay.
Best Months
Water Conditions
The spot is located in the Bay of Navarino, which makes it pretty safe for kiteboarding. Shallow for the first few meters from the beach, deep water in the rest of the bay. There are a few hazards: a half sunken ship completely downwind, swimmers (during camping season), small boats in front of the camping. There are windsurfers in the bay as well, look out with the kite lines.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🥾Long walk to the beach
About 5km distance by car from Pylos. 1-1.5 hour drive from Kalamata, which is also the nearest airport.
Location
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