Monciskes
Palanga - Lithuania
Spot Type
Wave
Water
Dark - Clear
Beach
Sand
Rider Lever
beginner
Spot characteristics
Spot Type
Wave
Rider Skill
beginner
Crowd
Seasonal Crowd
Beach Type
Sand
Water Quality
Dark - Clear
Tide Influence
Tide independent
Description of Monciskes (Lithuania)
Monciskes is the wave spot for Lithuania on the Baltic Sea. Even though all the baltic coast of the country it is rideable with very similar conditions, here the locals say there are the best wave and wind conditions. Wind can blow from different directions from north to south. The best windy periods are in spring and fall, while in summer you can have windy days but they are not granted. Wintertime offers more windy days, but the temperatures can go very low. The beach is sandy and wide, with plenty of space to set the kite. Downwinders from and to Palanga and further are a great option.
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Equipment
The wetsuit is necessary all year round. Sometimes in summer, a shorty might be enough. The average water temperature in summer is ~17°C. Winter very cold and would suggest the use of the drysuit.
Wind Conditions
Main wind directions
% of Windy days per month
Wind Speed Range
From 12 to 30 Knots
Suggested sizes
7 mt and below
8 - 9 mt
10 - 11 mt
12 - 13 mt
14 mt and above
Forecast on Windy.com
Dangers
In summer the beach is quite packed with other riders and beach users. In this period you need to be careful to launch and land your kite.
Location
Closest City
Palanga
How to get There
From Palanga take the main road to the north, and, after 6-8 km turn left in Elijos g.ve towards Sventoji. Turn in Mokyklos G.ve and head towards the beach following local signs.
Access
The access is public and parking not far from the beach
What to do besides kitesurfing
Some restaurants and hotels close to the spot and in the village and plenty of choice of more hotels and restaurants in the close Palanga.