Kerentza (Ionian Sea)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Swell
- Spot Type
- Empty
- Crowd Level
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About
A scenic but hazardous reef environment with short, sometimes intense rides when the swell window is right. Best results are tied to West or Southwest swell producing rideable waves, while East winds are reported as the best wind direction for surf quality.
- Rarely crowded reef break
- Offshore winds from the East can groom the waves
- Reef hazards (rocks and urchins) — requires care
- Reasonably exposed reef break with potential for solid swell windows.
- Rarely crowded.
- Clear water reported for the area.
- Inconsistent surf makes it hit-or-miss.
- Reef hazards include rocks and sea urchins.
- Wind reliability is reported as low.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E
- Offshore directions
- E
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Mixed — Reported as mixed wind; best wind direction for surf is east (offshore for the typical W/SW swell direction).
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Shadow Zones
- The bay is somewhat sheltered by surrounding cliffs.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell
- Beach
- Reef — Reef described as present; also reported with sand at the access/beach area.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small — Also described as able to hold some size, but reef sections can make it heavy.
- Launch
- Small — Small sandy beach with rocky outcrops at the edges.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate
Through the year
Rarely crowded, even in peak surfing conditions.
November to March
By sport
What to expect for each.
Possible for experienced riders, but the shallow reef and inconsistent wind make it challenging.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited
Kerentza is a reasonably exposed reef break in the Ionian Sea with inconsistent surf. Hazards on the reef include rocks and urchins, so riders need to be careful especially around reef sections and edges of the bay.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- WSW, W, SW
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed reef break; also described as semi-sheltered in the bay.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore winds from the East groom the waves; West winds make it messy.
- Bigger Swell
- Can hold some size but becomes heavy on the reef.
- Wave Quality
- Average — Inconsistent surf; rideable waves are not guaranteed.
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Mixed
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Short
- Ride Length Details
- Short but occasionally intense rides over the reef sections.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Kerentza (Ionian Sea) in the full forecast view.
Kerentza (Ionian Sea) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 1–6 ktsGusts 12 kts
- Direction
- NE54°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 256 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–0.5 m4s period
- Temperature
- 13–22 °C
Over the next 7 days, Kerentza (Ionian Sea) is forecast for daytime winds of 1–6 kts, peaking around 6 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 12 kts. The prevailing direction is NE. Waves run 0.1–0.5 m with a period of about 4s. 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
- Rocks
- Urchins
- Sharp rocks
- Sea urchins
- Inconsistent waves
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Reported as no rescue availability for the spot.
Rules of the spot
- Rarely crowded here.
- Best visited during the winter months when low-pressure systems in the Ionian Sea generate enough swell.
- Watch out for the rocky sections at the edges of the bay.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Αμμουδιά
- Nearest Town
- Αμμουδιά
- Parking
- Limited parking available near the beach access.
- Local Language
- Greek
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Guesthouses and hotels are available in Ammoudia.
- Food & Drink
- Seasonal tavernas can be found in the vicinity.
- Equipment Rental:
- Basic rentals for SUP and kayaks are available on-site; dedicated windsurfing/kitesurfing rental centers are scarce.
- Gear Storage
- Gear storage is not widely available; many visitors store gear at accommodation or in vehicles.
- Gear Repair
- No specialist sail/kite repair shops in the immediate vicinity; minor repairs are typically handled in nearby towns.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Ancient Greek temple of necromancy dedicated to Hades and Persephone.
Venetian fortress overlooking Parga with panoramic views of the coast.
Easy-level rafting and trekking through the river canyon.
Daily excursions departing from Parga to Paxos and Antipaxos.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Kerentza (Ionian Sea)?
The best overall months at Kerentza (Ionian Sea) are December, January, February.
Which wind directions work at Kerentza (Ionian Sea)?
Kerentza (Ionian Sea) works with E winds. Offshore directions are E.
What skill level is Kerentza (Ionian Sea) suitable for?
Kerentza (Ionian Sea) suits these riding levels: Wingfoiling: Advanced · Surfing: Intermediate.