Technical details of Kato Alepochori spot

Spot functioning

Launch from the north-facing beach. In Vardaris (E/NE), the wind is side-shore — parallel riding along the shore. In northerly wind, onshore conditions. The eastern part of the gulf often offers the strongest Vardaris wind conditions — spot suited to riders seeking power. The narrow gulf offers limited fetch and flat water conditions.

On the water

Flat to short chop water despite potentially very strong Vardaris. The limited fetch of the narrow gulf (8-12 km) prevents large wave development. Ideal conditions for foiling and wingfoiling — strong wind on flat water. In extreme Vardaris, chop can form in the east-west axis but remains moderate.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Parking

Access from the coastal road connecting Corinth to Alepochori. Parking available along the road or in areas near the beach. Less touristy area than neighbouring resorts — parking generally easy.

Hazards

Potentially very powerful Vardaris in this eastern part of the gulf — don't underestimate. Proximity to the Corinth Canal with maritime traffic — avoid the canal area. Possible current in the narrow eastern part of the gulf. Some rocks along the shoreline in places. Isolated spot — sailing with a buddy recommended.

Wind specificities

Prime position at the eastern end of the Gulf of Corinth where the Vardaris (E/ENE) is at its most powerful. After travelling the entire gulf corridor (over 100 km), the wind is well channeled, consistent and often stronger than in the centre or west of the gulf. Northerly winds cross the narrow gulf to arrive onshore. The Ponentes (W/WNW) is generally weaker at this eastern end of the gulf. Thermals reinforced in the afternoon by heating of the Peloponnese mountains to the south.

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