Viana do Castelo, Portugal
Kitesurf | Surf – from May to October
Welcome to Viana do Castelo
Viana do Castelo is located in the estuary of the River Lima, only a short hop away from beaches, with good conditions for kitesurfing, surfing and windsurfing most of the year. The area is a perfect base to practice water sports and to explore the lower Lima valley.
Located on the coastline in the extreme north of Portugal, between the Porto metropolitan area and Galicia in Spain, Viana do Castelo is mixing landscape diversity and environmental quality.
Protected areas, mountains, reservoirs and waterfalls, a natural park (Northern Littoral Natural Park) and a national park (Peneda Gerês) are surrounding the town of Viana do Castelo.
As one of the biggest town of Alto Minho region, Viana do Castelo combines perfectly sea, river and mountains and creates a perfect playground for water sports such as surf or kitesurf.
THE SPOT
The spot is located on Cabedelo Beach, right south from the estuary of the Lima River. It is protected at its north end by the pier of Viana, ensuring a regular swell and stable winds. The configuration of the spot is good for learning kitesurf, surf and stand up paddle, and definitely the place to be for the most advanced riders.
THE WIND
During the summer months, a NNW wind, locally known as “Nortada” is almost always blowing from 15 to 30 knots. NNW here means side-on on the ocean, giving perfect conditions for teaching and riding. The bay configuration generates a perfect playground for wave-riding and and the pine forest inland creates a nice frame for photoshoots. Weather systems in the atlantic during the summer are generating a steady Nortada wind, which then gets topped off by thermal effects thanks to the cool Atlantic Ocean and hot inland.
QUICK FACTS
- Normal Wind strenght: 15 to 30kts (7-15m/s)
- Wind Direction: NNW
- Water temperature: 16 to 22°C (depending on tide and season)
- Waves : Regular beach-break waves, surfable from 0.5m / 2.5m
- Seafloor: Sandy shore and bottoms with no rocks to harm you, bay configuration with plenty of space in front of you
- Wetsuit? Yes, adviseable. Surf shorts are perfect on the beach, but with the water temperature and windchill, you probably want a wetsuit!
Know more about the area of Viana do Castelo in the video below, or check this link!
Production: Sombra Chinesa Lda. 2016. Copyright: Sombra Chinesa Lda. 2016, O Novo Norte (ON.2), NaturMinho, Turismo de Natureza no Minho, PROVERE Minho IN, Comunidades Intermunicipais do Alto Minho, do Cávado e do Ave.
Book your holidays now!
Select your sport, your type of accommodation and decide if you want lessons or not.
CHOOSE YOUR ACCOMMODATION
The guest house in Viana do Castelo is located in a calm area close to the beach. It’s prepared for you to relax, enjoy and meet friends, new ones and old ones!
STANDARD DOUBLE/SINGLE
Room with 2 single beds that can be combined to one double bed and shared bathroom:
STANDARD SINGLE
Room with a single bed and shared bathroom:
SELECT YOUR ACTIVITY
If you are already a kitesurfer or a surfer, all you need to do is to book your room, pack your bags and fly here. Everything is ready for you to get on the water! If you are planning to learn kitesurf or surf, take a look at the options below:
KITESURF
5 lessons pack:Â First land lesson (2h), 4Â water lessons of 3h each, safety & independence lesson (1h).
4 lessons pack:Â First land lesson (2h), 3 water lessons of 3h each, safety & independence lesson (1h).
3 lessons pack:Â First land lesson (2h), 2 water lessons of 3h each, safety & independence lesson (1h).
SURF
10 lessons pack
10 surf lessons in small groups. Each lesson is 1h30 to 2h.
5 lessons pack
5 surf lessons in small groups. Each lesson is 1h30 to 2h.
Travel information
If you have any question, or if you don’t find what you are looking for in the booking system, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We can often find places even though the camp looks full.
Send us an email to info@kookproof.com and we will take care of answering you as quickly as possible.
GETTING HERE
Getting here isn’t complicated! The easiest way is by airplane, flying to Porto international airport (OPO), which is only about 45 minutes away from Viana do Castelo. We will come and pick you up when you land. The airport is serviced by the major airlines, including low cost carriers such as Ryanair and EasyJet. It has direct connections to many of the largest airports in Europe and getting here normally only takes a few hours.
ARRIVING & DEPARTING
Transfers from and to Porto airport or train station are included in the price of our camps. Just make sure to let us know your arrival details so that we can schedule your pick up.
HOUSE, ROOMS & BEDS
When you arrive to our camp and check in, you will have a newly made bed waiting for you. We supply bed sheets and linen. We have three rooms with two single beds that can be combined into a double bed and one room with one single bed.
WIFI & ELECTRICITY
The house is equipped with Wifi connection, but we suggest you to turn off your phone and computer on your vacation! There are plenty of power outlets for you to charge your electronic equipment. Portugal has the normal european power outlets with 220/230 volts.
ACTIVITIES & EVENINGS
After your kitesurf or surf session, grab a bite or a drink at Aquário beach restaurant, located right in front of the spot. There are also a few nice restaurants in the area around the guest house.
Feel like going out? Catch the ferry to cross the river and discover Viana do Castelo town center.
It’s also possible to rent bikes, go hiking, canyoning, discover the Santuário de Santa Luzia on the hills close to Viana do Castelo. Don’t hesitate to ask us for help or guidance!
The price of accommodation already includes:
➤ Airport or train station transfer
➤ Touristic tips and guidance
➤ Good times!
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