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Kitesurfing in Switzerland

4 destinations with curated spots, schools, and shops. Switzerland has 2 kite spots, 9 schools and 1 shop in this directory.

When to kitesurf in Switzerland

None of the 2 spots we track in Switzerland has a month where 60% of days reach 12 kt+; expect light, irregular wind and check forecasts.

Based on Open-Meteo climatology for each spot. How we calculate this

Windiest spots in Switzerland

SpotBest seasonWindy daysAvg windWater
SilvaplanaAround Oct0–1%4 kt-14–-3 °C
IsletenAround Jan0%3 kt-3–0 °C

Kitesurfing in Switzerland: FAQ

When is the best time to kitesurf in Switzerland?
None of the 2 spots we track in Switzerland has a month where 60% of days reach 12 kt+; expect light, irregular wind and check forecasts.
What are the windiest kite spots in Switzerland?
Ranked by the share of windy days in their best months: Silvaplana (Around Oct, up to 1% windy days); Isleten (Around Jan, up to 0% windy days).
How warm is the water for kitesurfing in Switzerland?
During each spot's wind season the sea is typically -14–0 °C. Bring a wetsuit for the cooler spots.
Where can I take kitesurfing lessons in Switzerland?
We list 9 kite schools in Switzerland, including Andy's Kite-Shop | SUP-Shop Goldau, KITEFUN AG - Kitereisen & Kiteschulungen, Kiteloop Samuel Abt - Kiteschule und Camps, Pro Kitesports GmbH - dein Kite & Surf Shop am Sihlsee, plus 1 kite shop.