Carillon Paraggi

Carillon Paraggi is a niche sheltered beach break in the Paraggi Bay area, set between Santa Margherita Ligure and the Portofino side. The spot generally does not work very often and tends to come alive only when a meaningful south (and often southeast) swell wraps into the protected cove. When conditions align, it can offer a rewarding, scenic session in relatively protected water. Wind-wise, the best surfing setup is typically offshore northwest flow paired with a south swell. Reports emphasize that the highest-quality conditions are when the south swell combines with an offshore northwest wind; Libeccio-type conditions that push wind into the bay can also bring waves into play. However, wind reliability is described as low and the surrounding cliffs and hills create wind-shadow effects from many directions. For surfers, the break is described as sheltered with peeling, punchy waves that break close to shore. Typical rides are short (around 30–50 meters), and the working swell window is reported around 1.0 to 2.0 meters. Conditions can become messy if the swell is too large and disorganized, even when the swell direction is right. Access and safety are important at this location: the beach is heavily managed by private clubs, with surfing commonly restricted to winter or to early morning/late evening when bathers are not present. Summer brings extra hazards such as buoys and restricted swimming zones, with rocks at the edges of the bay. Rescue is described as limited, and the closest hospitals cited are in Lavagna or Rapallo (emergency number 112).