Los Genoveses
Almeria - Spain
Spot Type
Chop
Water
Crystal Clear
Beach
Sand
Rider Lever
beginner
Spot characteristics
Spot Type
Chop
Rider Skill
beginner
Crowd
Seasonal Crowd
Beach Type
Sand
Water Quality
Crystal Clear
Tide Influence
Tide independent
Description of Los Genoveses (Spain)
Los Genoveses is a beach located inside the Natual Park of Cabo de Gata-Nijar. It is a long stripe of sand going north-south facing the Mediterranean Sea in the east direction, therefore the spot is suitable for the "Levante" wind that blows quite often, especially in the winter, spring, and fall (in the case of the west wind of 'Poniente' the closest spot is Retamar). During winter time the wind can become really strong and in these conditions, the spot should be approached only by experts. The rest of the year it is a great playground for all levels. The space on the sandy beach is huge and you can easily launch and land your kite. During summer months (end of June to mid of September) the beach is overcrowded by beach users and is not allowed to kite (though also the wind is mostly absent). waves can go from small to medium size according to the wind conditions and directions.
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Spot best suited for
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.
Family spot
Located in an area that offers amenities for all the family and can provide good alternatives for everyone when the kiters are in the water.
Local spot
Maybe not be worth a real journey to reach this spot, but great if you live close by and it is a windy day. In the end, being out on the water feels great anywhere
Equipment
Wetsuit in general, maybe shorty in the late spring.
Wind Conditions
Main wind directions
% of Windy days per month
Wind Speed Range
From 15 to 25 Knots
Suggested sizes
8 - 9 mt
10 - 11 mt
12 - 13 mt
Forecast on Windy.com
Dangers
There are stones scattered along the beach and under the sea surface so pay attention when navigating on the shallow part of the lagoon
Location
Closest City
Almeria
How to get There
From Almeria drive east until entering the National Park. Follow for San Jose and from there you will find a dirt road that leads directly to the spot
Access
Public, though in high season it needs to be paid an access fee
What to do besides kitesurfing
San Jose is the nearest village where you can find accommodations and restaurants of any type, though being a bit touristy prices are averagely higher than the surrounding area. Almeria has it all including great tapas places