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Tarifa Beach, Spain

Wingfoiling in Tarifa

Tarifa is Europe's wind capital — a legendary strip of beach where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean. The Levante and Poniente winds create near-perfect conditions for wingfoil, kite and windsurf all year round.

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“Levante (easterly) is stronger and gustier; Poniente (westerly) is smoother and more consistent. Valdevaqueros beach at the north end is the main launch spot. Avoid the rocks near the port.”

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Wingfoil guides for Spain

In-depth reads from The Wind Journal on the spots, seasons and winds around here.

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