Tarifa
Tarifa Beach, Spain
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.
Best months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Wind directions: NE, E, SE, SW, W, NW
Water: Flat, Chop, Waves
Bottom: Sand
Sports: Wingfoil, Kitesurf, Windsurf
Local tips
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.