Edifici Gesa (Palma)
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Mixed
- Spot Type
- Crowded
- Crowd Level
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About
Edifici Gesa is an urban seafront spot on the Palma de Mallorca coastline, with direct beach access and a shared, city-beach environment. It is described as a mixed conditions area where riders may find flat-to-choppy water and small-to-medium wave states depending on conditions. Beach access is straightforward, but the launch/play zone can be narrow and surrounded by urban infrastructure, so setup and landing require care. For wind sports, kitesurfing is the primary use. Best wind directions are consistently given as S, SSW, and SW, with a seasonal window strongest from May through October. Typical wind ranges are reported around 12–25 knots, and gustiness is described as light. One key seasonal consideration is that kitesurfing is restricted/prohibited during the summer bathing season (generally May to October), with strict separation from swimmers required when riding is allowed. Conditions are also time-of-day dependent: thermal winds are described as a local sea-breeze/thermal pattern with development from around midday until late afternoon. Winter and early-season riding is also mentioned as possible, with moderate wind reliability in winter/spring months. Expect an urban-chop character and shared-beach hazards, including swimmers and a breakwater/mole to the west, plus additional obstacles near the shoreline. Surfing at this spot is described as rare and typically poor, with rideable waves only expected during significant southerly swells or winter storms. Windsurfing and wingfoiling are also possible in appropriate seasons/conditions; however, they share the same constraints of an urban, obstacle-rich setup area. Overall, Edifici Gesa is best approached by intermediate riders who can manage launch complexity and follow seasonal rules around swimmers.
- Best kitesurfing months: May to October.
- Favorable wind directions: S, SSW, SW.
- Urban seafront access with direct beach entry.
- Seasonal kitesurfing restrictions during summer bathing months.
- Strong seasonal kitesurfing window with best months May through October.
- Direct seafront access and a well-known urban city-beach setting.
- Works with south-to-southwest wind directions (S, SSW, SW) and typical 12–25 knot range are cited.
- Water temperatures start near 14–15°C in cooler months and rise substantially in summer.
- Seasonal restrictions for kitesurfing during the summer bathing season (generally May to October).
- Urban environment with multiple obstacles and a narrow launch area.
- Crowding risk around weekends in the May to September period.
- Spot hazards include swimmers and a breakwater/mole.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- S, SSW, SW
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Thermal — EmbAt / local thermal wind pattern is described (southwest component).
- Reliability
- Moderate during winter and spring months (noted by one provider).
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Light gusts are specifically noted by one provider.
- Best Months
- May, June, July, August, September, October
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Mixed
- Beach
- Sand — Soft sand is described in ground-truth notes.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Sources describe medium wave potential; one provider also notes small waves.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Choppy conditions are described by one provider; another describes flat/chop/small-to-medium wave states.
- Launch
- Medium — Urban seafront launch with direct beach access; described elsewhere as a narrow strip with limited space for kite setup.
Through the year
Crowded at weekends in May and from June to September.
Occasional storms in autumn and winter months.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Urban kitesurfing along the Palma seafront with direct beach access; working conditions across multiple wave states are described, but the launch can be narrow and shared with other beach users.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Suitable for windsurfing in winter with choppy conditions and small swells.
- Sail Sizes
- 5–7 m²
Foil-friendly once away from the immediate shoreline, though the beach launch is narrow.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Foil-friendly once away from the immediate shoreline; launch area is described as narrow.
- Min Depth
- 2 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Rarely produces rideable waves; only occurring during significant southerly swells or winter storms.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S
- Swell Height
- 1–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides
- Shelter
- Exposed
- Wind Effect
- Southwest winds are onshore; needs light winds or offshore for cleaner conditions.
- Bigger Swell
- Can become messy and disorganized with large swells.
- Wave Quality
- Poor
- Wave Power
- Soft
- Wave Shape
- Mushy
- Peel Speed
- Slow
- Ride Length
- Short
- Ride Length Details
- Short rides are indicated.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Edifici Gesa (Palma) in the full forecast view.
Edifici Gesa (Palma) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–10 ktsGusts 17 kts
- Direction
- NW315°
- Strongest day
- Wed, Oct 2810 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–0.7 m3s period
- Temperature
- 13–24 °C
Over the next 7 days, Edifici Gesa (Palma) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–10 kts, peaking around 10 kts on Wednesday, October 28 with gusts to 17 kts. The prevailing direction is NW. Waves run 0.1–0.7 m with a period of about 3s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Swimmers
- Mole/breakwater to the west
- Proximity to high-traffic road
- Urban obstacles (lamp posts, benches)
- Gesa building
- Rocky outcrops
- Swimmers during warmer months
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal lifeguards are indicated.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — One provider states no rescue availability at the spot. (Regional context notes rescue services in the bay, but this field is spot-specific.)
- Emergency Info
- Emergency services: dial 112. Major medical care is available at Hospital Universitari Son Espases.
Rules of the spot
Kitesurfing is restricted/prohibited during the summer bathing season (generally from May to October) on Can Pere Antoni beach / Gesa; maintain strict separation from swimmers when open.
- No kitesurfing in summer months (summer bathing season restriction, generally May to October).
- Strict separation from swimmers required.
- Check local regulations because the summer start/end dates can vary.
- Be mindful of the narrow beach area when landing.
- Use the western part of the beach away from the city center for more space.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Palma de Mallorca
- Nearest Town
- Palma
- Parking
- Limited street parking and nearby public parking lots can be crowded.
- Public Transport
- Accessible via the Passeig Marítim waterfront road in Palma.
- Access
- Seafront urban access in Palma de Mallorca (from the airport towards Palma, turn left after the first traffic light).
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Spanish, Catalan
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Numerous hotels and rentals are available within Palma city center.
- Food & Drink
- Multiple beach bars (chiringuitos) and restaurants are located along the promenade.
- Equipment Rental:
- No dedicated rental shops on this specific beach; most are located in Can Pastilla.
- Gear Storage
- Not available on-site.
- Gear Repair
- Repair services are available in the nearby area of Can Pastilla.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
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From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Edifici Gesa (Palma)?
The best overall months at Edifici Gesa (Palma) are May, June, July, August, September, October.
Which wind directions work at Edifici Gesa (Palma)?
Edifici Gesa (Palma) works with S, SSW, SW winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Edifici Gesa (Palma)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Edifici Gesa (Palma): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Windsurfing: 5–7 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–25 kts.
What skill level is Edifici Gesa (Palma) suitable for?
Edifici Gesa (Palma) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Intermediate.