KiteGlobeIsla de Arousa
Isla de Arousa is a kiteboarding spot near Santiago in Spain, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, S wind, best ridden in April, May, June, July, August.
| Country | Spain |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Santiago |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | N, S |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August |
| Coordinates | 42.5468, -8.8563 |
About Isla de Arousa
Flat to choppy water. Small waves, depending on the conditions. Flat with offshore winds, which come over the tip.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Isla de Arousa?
The best time to kite Isla de Arousa is April, May, June, July, August, when the N, S wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Isla de Arousa offers open ocean conditions with N, S wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Isla de Arousa?
Take A9 south from Santiago and exit to Vilagarcia and to Vilanova de Arousa. Drive to Isla de Arousa and once on the island take the first exit, drive south onto the parking lot. Go north or south, depending which conditions you want.
Hazards at Isla de Arousa
Bridge.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.