Sigri Kitesurf Spot in Lesbos
Europe Kiteboard Spot in Greece
Located on the western side of Lesvos Island, Sigri is a small fishing village with a protected bay and consistent thermal wind all through the summer, making it a great flat water kitesurfing and windsurfing spot. The Meltemi wind which blows from May until October means there is wind most days, so the lack of local amenities won’t be a problem as you’ll probably spend all of your time on the water anyway. There’s no ATM or petrol station in town, so you need to think ahead if you are coming here, but the relaxed local vibe, traditional buildings and local restaurants offering fantastically fresh seafood all add up to a great package if you want to unwind and get away from it all.
Sigri Kitesurfing wind conditions
May until October is when the Meltemi wind blows and is the main kitesurfing season, but due to the shape of the bay here you can kitesurf in almost any wind direction and any time of year. From May until October you can expect between 15-25 knots most days, with the wind picking up towards lunch time and blowing until sunset. This is due to it being a thermal wind, so the sun needs to be shining for a little bit before it picks up, and makes for lovely lazy mornings followed by epic kiteboarding afternoons. In the early or late season you’ll want a wetsuit, but June-August you should be fine in just shorts and tshirt.
The water is pretty flat all over, with the flattest sections being just near the launching spot and behind the islands around the bay. The wind close to shore can be gusty, so take care while launching and landing your kite. Also be aware of windsurfers on the water, as the spot is popular for both kitesurfing and windsurfing.
body wear
- board shorts
- short neo
ride type
- freeride
- freestyle
- hydrofoil
- wakestyle
- wave
skill level
- beginner
- intermediate
- advanced
- professional
spot type
- island
- lagoon
starting area
- shallow water
- stony beach
water condition
- choppy
- flat water
- medium wave
wind daytime
- all day
wind type
- gusty
Impressions
Wind Stats for Sigri Kiteboarding
Around the Kiteboarding Spot Sigri
There are restaurants, a bakery, supermarkets etc in Sigri itself so you don’t need to move anywhere else if you just want to eat, kite, sleep, repeat! But if you want a bit of a change then Lesvos has plenty on offer, being the third largest Greek island. You can visit a number of historical sites, with the museum of industrial olive oil production being a popular choice, or go really ancient and visit the temple of Messon. Other than that it’s a popular tourist spot, so the usual beaches, sightseeing options are available, or just go for a snorkel in the crystal clear water.
camper parking
- Only by day
car parking
- Nearby
emergency
- A rescue service
- Kite repair
has restaurant
- Yes
has shower
- Yes
How to get to Sigri and how to bring it about while you're there
For all international travelers, Mytilene International Airport (MJT) is the only airport on Lesvos and the one you’ll want to fly to given the option. You can also get a ferry to Lesvos if you want to experience the scenic route, it’ll just take longer. The best bet is to rent a car if you want to have your freedom and explore Lesvos at all, however if you want a purely kitesurfing trip it’s possible to stay in Sigri and cycle or walk up and down to the spot every day.
accommodation
- near the spot
public transport
- Poorly developed
rental cars
- Recommended
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