Kite-surf Mikri Vigla North Beach

Level: Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small wave Water hazards: None Water quality: Crystal clear Infos: Flat to choppy water. Shallow areas. Conditions are safe within the bay, on the outside the swell forms perfect ramps. Beach type & size: Sand - Medium Infos: Nice sandy beach, enough space. Launching area in front of the school. Identified hazards: Bystanders Beachgoer: July, August Weather specificities: Dry and warm weather in summer, with average 25C. Spring and fall about 15-20C. Winter 10-15C. Water accordingly. Wind type: Thermal Wind specificities: The Meltemi occurs mainly during the summer season (June to September with 70%), but also in May and October one may frequently experience this dry wind. One should anticipate its maximum during July and August. Usually the wind starts in the early afternoon reaching 4-5 Bft and dies out at sun set. However, not uncommonly it reaches 6-7 Bft during the day, perseveres during the night and blows 6-7 Bft again the next day; a pattern which can easily be repeated over many days, sometimes even up to ten days. This bay has some of the strongest winds in the Cyclades, created by a venturi that is formed by the squeeze caused by Naxos and the neighboring island of Paros. Very often, it's 4/5 Beaufort in the bay and only 2 Beaufort all over the island of Naxos. Controllable gusty winds. Wind comes party over land. It can blow very strong with 35-40 knots and be very gusty. Best months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Car, Bus - By Airplane: from the 'Eleftherios Venizelos' airport in Athens, you may fly to Naxos using one of the following airlines: Olympic Airways, Hellenic Star The airport of Naxos is about 1km outside Naxos Town (Chora/Hora) and you may use one of the taxis outside the airport. By ferry boat: if you arrive at the airport in Athens you can take Ferries to Naxos from either the port of Pireaus or Rafina. Then drive south to Mikri Vigla and get to the North beach (Parthena Bay). Specific rules: Zones Extra: Respect to the guests on the beach sand and launch/land the kites at the dedicated zones. Nightlife: There is not much night life in Mikri Vigla, for that you have to go to Naxos city. Thalasea beach bar restaurant is a beautiful setting with bar, restaurant, comfy seats and sofas, beautiful beach and loungers. It is located right on Parthena Beach. Keep in mind and do not miss the unique party events organized every week awesome live music where you can hear local indie artists and rock bands, reggae, roots, dub, funk, soul, blues and special guests. In addition, delightful Naxos's fresh meat and homemade sausages with herbs at Thalasea barbecue live music nights promises you Greek traditional atmosphere. Accommodations: Rooms, School, Shop, Repair, Rental, Rescue, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking