Kitesurfing

🏄 Fonte da Telha

🏄 Fonte da Telha

Open$$kite spotbeach
7.5
About Fonte da Telha

Fonte da Telha is a kitesurfing spot located along Portugal's coast, offering Atlantic swell exposure and reliable wind patterns typical of the Iberian Peninsula. The beach provides a classic European wave-riding environment with sandy launch facilities. Conditions suit intermediate to advanced riders seeking consistent ocean conditions and coastal scenery. The spot benefits from Portugal's generally strong wind regime, particularly during winter months when Atlantic storms drive consistent swell and breeze. Local beach amenities reflect the area's developed tourism infrastructure.

Amenities

Beach accessNearby restaurantsParking

Highlights

  • Atlantic swell exposure
  • Reliable Portuguese winds
  • Sandy beach launch
  • Coastal scenery
  • Intermediate to advanced
Wind & conditions
  • Wind reliability1.8
  • Avg wind (peak months)10 kt
  • Water temp14–20 °C
  • Best seasonAround Dec
Season Stats

Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan16%8.5 kt11.615.6
Feb11%8.9 kt13.114.4
Mar9%8.6 kt14.315.4
Apr9%9.1 kt16.216.4
May13%9.8 kt18.616.9
Jun9%9.7 kt20.318.7
Jul4%10 kt22.217.5
Aug9%9.5 kt22.216.7
Sep6%8.9 kt20.718.7
Oct17%8.9 kt19.719.6
Nov12%8.2 kt15.318
Dec22%9.3 kt14.216.3
Community scores
Verified

7.5/10

  • 💨Wind reliability7.5
  • 🌊Water conditions7.5
  • 🏖️Launch zone7.5
  • 🏞️Scenery7.5
Location

Getting there

By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.

Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.

Pro tip
Pack an extra smaller kite for the afternoons — many classic spots build through the day. Respect locals and keep the beach clean.
Reviews
Great vibe and reliable wind — this place keeps us coming back every season.