Chorefto (Zagora-Mouresi)

Chorefto is an exposed sandy beach break on the Pelion coast that can produce rideable waves when the local wind and swell timing line up. When conditions are on, it’s described as offering both lefts and rights with generally good wave quality, often giving short rides (typically under 50 meters). The spot’s character is closely tied to wind direction: one source emphasizes that SW winds are best for the spot, while another description links wave chances to NE winds generating swell, with W/SW winds helping groom the surface. Safety matters here. The beach has rocks at the northern and southern ends, and submerged rocks can occur near the northern headland. During heavier swell, rip currents can be present, and large-swell surf is also described as capable of closing out once the swell gets above roughly 3 meters. Because of this, local guidance recommends avoiding the designated swimming zones during peak summer, and waiting for conditions to clean up for the best wave shape. For surfing specifically, the working swell window is described around 1.0–2.5 meters, with E/NE swell directions noted as the best match. Wave shape is characterized as peeling with medium peel speed, and the spot is also described as all-tide friendly. One practical tip is that the northern section of the beach (often called Parisaina) tends to have the cleanest wave shape, and conditions may look best after the NE wind dies down. Beyond surfing, wing foiling is described as generally foil-friendly due to deep water, though launching can be difficult when swell is up and the shore break is active. Windsurfing is possible with NE winds (often better suited when wind is up), while regional seasonal conditions are known to favor afternoon wind development in summer. Winter sea temperatures can be cool, and wetsuit needs vary seasonally—spring/autumn wetsuits are commonly recommended, with thicker protection in winter.