Barcelona is one of the best spots for an active vacation. You can go hiking, running, biking, surfing, swimming or skating all in the vicinity of this amazing tourist hotspot by the Mediterranean Sea.
One of the fastest growing sports, not only in Spain but worldwide, is kitesurfing. Where 10 years ago you’d mostly see a couple of windsurfers and sailing boats enjoying a windy day on the water, you will now see a rainbow of colorful kites flying along the coastline.
The Catalonian coast has a few amazing kitesurfing spots whether you’re still learning or already an advanced kitesurfer, and best of all: the biggest kitesurfing hub of the region is right next door!
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Kitesurfing in Castelldefels
Only 30 minutes from the Barcelona city center by public transport or car you will find Castelldefels. With its wide-stretched beach as far as the eye can see and consistent, stable winds, it’s a very popular go-to place for all kitesurfers from the Barcelona area. The train literally stops right in front of the beach, and outside of the summer season you can go kitesurfing anywhere you like. But you will find most people kitesurfing in one of two locations along the beach: on the north side at kitesurf club The Bunker, or on the south side at kitesurf club Mojokite.
Other kitesurfing spots in Catalonia
Apart from Castelldefels, there are a handful of other kitesurf spots around Catalonia worth checking out. If you want to stay closer to Barcelona city center, you can find most kitesurfers on Bogatell beach or in El Masnou; although please keep in mind that these spots are only for more advanced riders! Usually when the wind enters at these spots, it’s very strong and brings strong currents and big waves, so if you’re still in the beginning stages of your kitesurfing career, it’s better to just stay dry and watch the show.
If you decide to go and explore the area, you can take a car and drive a bit north or south of Barcelona. In the north, about 1,5hrs driving away, you can find Sant Pere Pescador. A beginner-friendly spot with a big kitesurfing scene, as well. At 2,5hrs south of the Barcelona city center, you can find a true hidden gem: the Delta del Ebro. Mostly famous for paella rice and flamingos, but it’s a true windy paradise with stunning views and the best sunsets you’ll ever see. Check out the two main spots in the Delta del Ebro: Riumar and the big flat-water lagoon Trabucador.
The best seasons for kitesurfing in Barcelona
A big part of this sport is knowing when the wind will be good. You can find more detailed information on local wind forecasts by contacting a local kitesurf school, but there are some general guidelines that you can keep in mind.
The kitesurfing conditions in and around Barcelona are usually best in spring and autumn (from March until May, and from September until November). In winter months it’s pretty cold to go out on the water, and the wind is often not very good – in summer months it’s actually forbidden to kite on most beaches in Catalonia and you will have to find designated kitesurfing zones where it’s allowed to kitesurf.
We recommend you to always check your surroundings and maybe ask a local before pumping your kite, to assure you’re going out with the right conditions and there are no local rules in place that prevent you from enjoying a good kite session. Windy wishes and see you on the water!
Always wanted to try kitesurfing?
We’ve teamed up with the best local kite school and shop, Mojokite, to offer you a chance of winning a 4- hour introduction course to kitesurfing in Castelldefels.
We will announce the giveaway at the beginning of February, so keep an eye on our Instragram feeds: @staybarcelonaapartments and @mojokite.kitesurf
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