KiteGlobeCrete / Matala
📍 Heraclion, Greece · Kiteboarding spot
Crete / Matala is a kiteboarding spot near Heraclion in Greece, with open ocean conditions.
| Country | Greece |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Heraclion |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Coordinates | 34.9938, 24.7495 |
About Crete / Matala
Flat to choppy water.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Crete / Matala offers open ocean conditions (Thermal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Crete / Matala?
From Heraclion south on 97, tehn west on 77. Before Timbaki follow signs to Matala.
View Crete / Matala on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Crete / Matala?
8 kite schools operate in Greece. See kite schools in Greece →
Other kite spots near Crete / Matala
- Crete / Timbakion
- Crete / Amoudara
- Crete / Rethymno
- Ammoudara
- Herkaleio Kite Beach
- Crete / Anissaras
Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.