Kiipsaare Lighthouse
Kuressaare - Estonia
Spot Type
Chop
Water
Dark - Muddy
Beach
Sand
Rider Lever
beginner
Spot characteristics
Spot Type
Chop
Rider Skill
beginner
Crowd
No People on the Spot
Beach Type
Sand
Water Quality
Dark - Muddy
Tide Influence
Tide independent
Description of Kiipsaare Lighthouse (Estonia)
This spot, close to Kiipsaare Lighthouse, is a large sandy beach lagoon-shaped in the extreme north of the island of Saaremaa. It works great with the wind from the north and, even in the middle of summer, you can find few kiters here and plenty of space to set your kite and ride. No specific hazards and just a fun spot in the heart of the Baltic sea.
For further info you can read the related blogpost:
Saaremaa: go kiting in the amazing Estonian Island.
"If you happen to find yourself wandering around the Baltic Republics with your kitesurfing gear, this island is worth a visit."
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Spot profile
Travel spot
The typical kite travel destination, it is known for its great conditions, and kiters from around the world come here for their vacations.
Equipment
In summer wet suit. During fall and especially spring dry suit is needed
Wind Conditions
Main wind directions
% of Windy days per month
Wind Speed Range
From 12 to 25 Knots
Suggested sizes
8 - 9 mt
10 - 11 mt
12 - 13 mt
14 mt and above
Forecast on Windy.com
Dangers
No specific dangers on this spot. Check for few sharp shells on the beach to prevent to tear your kite. If the kite crashes close to the shore, sometimes the concentrated seaweeds in the water close to the shore can tangle in the lines, having you to clean them before restarting the session.
Location
Closest City
Kuressaare
How to get There
Drive north from Kuressaare following the 78 ss. Drive to the Harilaiu Matkarada hiking area, where you have to drop the car and then walk straight north for less than 1 km.
Access
The access public throu a walk north from the parking lot about 1 km
What to do besides kitesurfing
For restaurants and some night gathering the place to stay is Kuressaare