Bom Sucesso Kitesurf Spot in Viana do Castelo
Europe Kiteboard Spot in Portugal
Praia do Bom Sucesso on the Obidos Lagoon used to be a bit of a hidden gem kiteboard spot, but it has gained popularity in recent years due to visits by pro kitesurfers and Portugal in general exploding onto the scene (Looking at you Nazare...). The combination of plenty of space, flat water, and the Portuguese Nortada wind makes for a fantastic kite spot for all levels. The quality of kite schools and kite surf infrastructure here have dramatically improved in recent years and so it has become much more welcoming for adventure lovers.
You are only allowed to kiteboard on the estuary and Northern side from mid September until mid June, the summer months are reserved for general public use, so if you visit in summer you’ll have to go kitesurfing a bit further into the lagoon, but Bom Sucesso is still a great place to launch from.
Bom Sucesso Kitesurfing wind conditions
Most wind directions work in the lagoon and the launch from Bom Sucesso is wide and sandy, making it beginner-friendly while also offering amazing freestyle kiteboarding conditions for advanced riders. The peak season for visiting Bom Sucesso for kitesurfing is between June and September, when the famous Nortada wind brings average wind daily speeds of around 15 to 25 knots. As with many places in Europe though the conditions can work any time of year, just keep an eye on the forecast if you fancy a flat water kiting mission!
body wear
- long neo
- short neo
ride type
- freeride
- freestyle
- wakestyle
- wave
skill level
- beginner
- intermediate
- advanced
- professional
spot type
- lagoon
- ocean
starting area
- sandy beach
water condition
- flat water
- big wave
- medium wave
wind daytime
- all day
wind type
- gusty
Wind Stats for Bom Sucesso Kiteboarding
Around the Kiteboarding Spot Bom Sucesso
The beaches on the nearby Peniche and Beleal peninsulas face North, South, and West, so waves smash into the beaches regardless of the swell direction. Waves will range from moderate and smooth to full-on strength throughout the year, making for ideal surf conditions even when the wind is light. Other than that Portugal is a beautiful country with tons to do and explore. Why not rent a bike and explore some undiscovered trails, or just slow down and enjoy the traditional way of life that you can find in the nearby villages. People here have traditionally embraced a slower pace of living, and when you visit it can leave a mark on you, just remember to get back up to speed when you head home!
camper parking
- Only by day
car parking
- At the spot
emergency
- Kite repair
How to get to Bom Sucesso and how to bring it about while you're there
The nearest international airport is Lisbon (LIS) which is around one hours drive away. Portugal has public transport but you’re much better off renting a car here to get around, especially if you want to explore the local area some more.
accommodation
- near the spot
public transport
- Good
rental cars
- Recommended
Notice
It`s forbidden to go out in summer peak season (15.06 - 15.09). The first 500 m inside direction of the lagoon is only for beach guests. You need to go more far in the lagoon, to the kitespot Obidos Lagoon. You can kite also on the Ocean, where will be waves and not many swimmers or tourists around.
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