KiteGlobeEsposende
Esposende is a kiteboarding spot near Porto in Portugal, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, NW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August.
| Country | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Porto |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean, River Mouth |
| Best wind direction | N, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal, Frontal |
| Best months | May, June, July, August |
| Coordinates | 41.5384, -8.7911 |
About Esposende
1/2m difference to high tide, perfectly flat or waves. Medium size waves with a lot of good beach break points. 1-2m waves with NW winds. Small wave breakers to the South. Best waves during full moon.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Esposende?
The best time to kite Esposende is May, June, July, August, when the N, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Esposende offers open ocean conditions with N, NW wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean, river mouth.
How do I get to Esposende?
From Porto (Oporto) airport take the free way by car to Viana do Castelo / spain route. At 30 km will find the exit to Esposende. Drive to the north of the town and get to the water north of the Rio Cavado.
Hazards at Esposende
Wave breaker.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.