KiteGlobePraia da Rocha
Praia da Rocha is a kiteboarding spot near Faro in Portugal, with open ocean conditions and prevailing SE wind, best ridden in June, July, August.
| Country | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Faro |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | SE |
| Best months | June, July, August |
| Coordinates | 37.1165, -8.5353 |
About Praia da Rocha
Excellent conditions in a SE wind behind the big mole.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Praia da Rocha?
The best time to kite Praia da Rocha is June, July, August, when the SE wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Praia da Rocha offers open ocean conditions with SE wind, launching from ocean.
How do I get to Praia da Rocha?
Just south of Portimao you will find Praia Sra. da Rocha. Praia Sra. da Rocha is accessible by road via Porches, a village lying on the EN 125. Signposts from Porches onwards indicate the route to the beaches where there is a large car park in front of the chapel.
Hazards at Praia da Rocha
Mole.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.