About This Spot
Lefkada / Aghios Nikolaos, Greece is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Greece.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Shallow and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–W–WNW winds, peaking from May to September, Lefkada / Aghios Nikolaos, Greece delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Thermal winds during summer. When it is sunny, 99% change of wind. Good winds: West, Northwest, North. The summer here is the best time to go kitesurfing. Can ride from May until October almost every day. Thermals every day! Only 10-15 days in August the wind drops a bit and you need your big size kites. Best time to get here is in June and July. Best wind less people on the beach! General wind directions: onshore and sideshore. Winter not that often wind and a bit gusty too. Overall more gusty than Milos beach.
When to Go
Very hot in the summer, up to 40°C.
What to Expect
Less choppy than Milos Club and also shallower.
Wind & Conditions
N · W · WNW · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
Thermal winds during summer. When it is sunny, 99% change of wind. Good winds: West, Northwest, North. The summer here is the best time to go kitesurfing. Can ride from May until October almost every day. Thermals every day! Only 10-15 days in August the wind drops a bit and you need your big size kites. Best time to get here is in June and July. Best wind less people on the beach! General wind directions: onshore and sideshore. Winter not that often wind and a bit gusty too. Overall more gusty than Milos beach.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Less choppy than Milos Club and also shallower.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
📍Medium walk to the beach
Enough room to park your car.
Location
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