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Palaiochora is a charming coastal village on the southwest coast of Crete, built on a peninsula between two beaches: a sand beach facing west and a pebble beach facing east. The west beach is used for kitesurfing.
The Meltemi wraps around Crete's western tip and arrives as NW/WNW side-onshore on this western beach. Conditions are more moderate than in the Messara or Ierapetra isthmus, offering sailing accessible to intermediates.
Launching from the west sand beach. Sailing area along the coast and towards open water. Side-onshore wind makes the spot more accessible than offshore south coast spots.
Works from June to September. Wingfoil and windsurf possible on moderate wind days.
Water with chop and waves formed by the NW side-onshore wind. The west beach is exposed to Libyan Sea swell. Sandy bottom. Warm clear water.
Intermediate
Open all year round
Parking in Palaiochora village. Well-equipped tourist village with tavernas, hotels, shops and vehicle rental. Relaxed and authentic atmosphere.
Rocks around the peninsula – do not sail too close. Possible coastal current. Libyan Sea swell can make launching difficult on rough days. Maritime traffic (ferries to Gavdos, fishing boats).
Meltemi wraps around Crete's western end and arrives as NW/WNW on this west coast. Typical strength 12-22 knots in summer. Side-onshore conditions on the west beach, which is much safer than the offshore wind of central south coast spots.
Wind is weaker and less reliable than at Kouremenos or on the north coast. Possible thermal reinforcement in the afternoon. Some calm days even in peak summer.
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