Go kiting to :
Lake Como - Colico
Chop Spot
Water: Dark - Clear
Beach: Grass
Level: beginner
Description of Lake Como - Colico (Italy)
The lake of Como in the north of Italy grants good kiting conditions from spring to autumn thanks to the thermal wind (Breva) and in summer to the occasional storms from the surrounding valleys to bring strong gusts down to the lake (Menaggino and Garzeno). Colico in the accessible public spot in the north of the lake and in summer is quite crowded but still grants good chances to have a great session. A lot of good local schools offer lift service to the lake center, where the wind is at its best.
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Spot characteristics
Spot Type
Chop
Rider Skill
beginner
Crowd.
Very Crowded
Beach Type
Grass
Water Quality
Dark - Clear
Tide Influence
Tide independent
Suggested Equipment
A wet suit in spring and autumn, occasionally shorty in summer, but is you are a chilly one, better stick with the full wet suit. Shoes can be useful, but not mandatory. (some soft weed branch on the bottom)
Dangers
The spot is divided between windsurfers and kiters, respect the relative areas. The beach is grass but the entrance is made with pebbles, you might want to consider the use of shoes
Other info
The area has plenty of restaurants and places to find cheap or less cheap accomodation
Location
Closest City
Como, Lecco
How to get There
Drive all the way to the north of the lake of Como, on the east coast, coming from Lecco. Colico is one of the last villages on the lake. The beach is easy to be found.
Access
Car parking not far from the public beach
Wind Conditions
Wind Range
From 5 to 15 Knots
% of Windy days per month
Main wind directions
Forecast on windy.com
Local Kitesurfing Schools
Following you can find links to the page of the kitesurfing schools which operate on this spot. From there you can contact them through our form or directly via email or phone (if it was provided by them on the page).