Le Saline (Stintino)

Le Saline (Stintino) is a wind-sports kite/windsurf/wingfoil spot on Sardinia’s northwest coast with a pebble-white beach and generally calm to choppy water depending on wind. Reports emphasize consistently clean, clear-looking conditions and ample space for launching and moving gear—while also noting that the beach can feel crowded during peak summer. Wind is dominated by the Mistral (NW) with additional influence from the Scirocco (SE), and thermal sea-breeze effects can reinforce afternoon riding in spring and summer. Typical riding wind is described in the 15–25 knots range, with the most reliable window across April through October. A thermal wind window is reported roughly from mid-afternoon into early evening (commonly around 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM), with cloudiness still tolerating thermal-driven wind up to about 40% in one dataset. For kitesurfing, the spot is described as suitable for freeride and freestyle, with foiling also supported by the water profile. NW conditions are typically side-onshore, whereas SE/Scirocco can produce flatter water but more offshore/drift-prone characteristics that may raise the difficulty. Recommended kite sizes in available information cluster around 9–12 m² for typical conditions, with smaller sizes mentioned for stronger Mistral days. Safety focus is on the summer swimmer hazard and strict zone control. Multiple sources describe designated kite zones/lanes and buoy separation during the summer season, plus the need to launch only from the approved areas and avoid swimmer areas during peak hours. Additional cautions include pebble slippage and the potential for offshore drift risk during Scirocco. Rescue services are described as limited/seasonal, so plan conservatively and comply with on-site rules and boundaries.