Licola Beach (Pozzuoli)
- Shortboard, Beginners
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Empty
- Crowd Level
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About
Licola Beach (Pozzuoli) is a sandy beach break that typically offers short, beginner-friendly waves when conditions line up. Multiple descriptions emphasize that it’s a rarely breaking spot, reported at roughly 5 days per year, so sessions depend heavily on the swell window rather than daily predictability. When it works, it’s described as fun and powerless/soft, with good learning potential and wave energy that suits less-experienced riders. The break is reported to run on all tides, and wave direction is commonly described as both left and right. The spot is also characterized as quite exposed, and on larger swell it can close out when the swell gets too big (reported as above roughly 2 meters). Wind is best considered in terms of grooming/offshore direction: offshore winds from the East or Northeast are reported as the best for shaping waves. Winter (including October to March) is repeatedly indicated as the best period, but overall wind reliability is described as low/very low depending on the source. The biggest practical concern is water quality: pollution is repeatedly listed as the main hazard, with additional debris reported after heavy rain. It’s recommended to check water quality reports before entering. Access is along the Domitiana/Domitz toward the beach road past the lidos, with free parking and beach access at the end, while summer access may be limited by private lido zones; the spot is often easiest when the lidos are closed in winter.
- Rarely breaks (~5 days/year), so when it works it can be uncrowded
- Sandy beach break with short rides under 50 meters
- Pollution is a key hazard—check water quality before entering
- Beginner-friendly sandy beach break with short, fun waves when it does work.
- Works at all tides.
- It is reported as staying empty, with no likelihood of crowded sessions.
- Very low surf reliability; described as rarely breaking (about 5 days per year).
- Pollution is the main hazard; water quality can be affected after storms/heavy rain.
- Often exposed conditions and short rides.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, SW, NW
- Offshore directions
- NNE, NE, ENE, E
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Frontal winds are reported, alongside generally offshorish conditions when winds come from the East/Northeast.
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- October, November, December, January, February, March
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Small — Small waves are consistently described.
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Water type/chop is reported; another source describes soft/mushy surf once waves are present.
- Launch
- Big — Wide sandy beach.
Through the year
Empty in winter; very crowded with bathers in July and August.
November to February
By sport
What to expect for each.
Occasionally used for kitesurfing during winter storms, but it is primarily a surfing location. The wide beach provides ample space for setup.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Possible during winter frontal winds, though it is rarely the first choice for local windsurfers compared to nearby spots.
- Sail Sizes
- 5–7 m²
A sandy beach break with generally short, beginner-friendly waves. It is described as rarely breaking (about 5 days per year), so sessions depend strongly on the swell window.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- W, SW, NW
- Swell Height
- 0.5–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Works at all tides.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Reported as a quite exposed beach break.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore winds from the East or Northeast help groom the waves; offshore from E/NE is best.
- Bigger Swell
- Can close out when the swell exceeds 2 meters.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Often described as fun and good for learning, but with very low frequency.
- Wave Power
- Soft — Fun, powerless to soft waves; one source also describes it as powerful in the absence of swell context—overall commonly characterized as low-energy.
- Wave Shape
- Mushy — Reported as mushy/peeling characteristics.
- Peel Speed
- Slow
- Ride Length
- Short — Short rides are typically under 50 meters.
- Typical Ride Length
- 30–50 m
- Ride Length Details
- Short rides typically under 50 meters.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Licola Beach (Pozzuoli) in the full forecast view.
Licola Beach (Pozzuoli) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–13 ktsGusts 22 kts
- Direction
- NNE15°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2413 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–1.2 m4s period
- Temperature
- 11–22 °C
Over the next 7 days, Licola Beach (Pozzuoli) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 22 kts. The prevailing direction is NNE. Waves run 0.1–1.2 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
- Pollution
- Debris in water after heavy rain
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospital is in Pozzuoli.
Rules of the spot
Standard surfing etiquette applies. Respect the bathers during summer months in designated lido areas.
- Restricted access through private beach clubs (lidos) during peak summer season
- Check water quality reports before entering as the area is known for pollution issues after storms.
- The spot is best in the winter months when the lidos are closed and parking is easier.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Pozzuoli
- Nearest Town
- Pozzuoli
- Parking
- Free parking available at the end of the beach road.
- Access
- Along the Domitz onto the beach road past all the lidos; continue to the end where parking and beach access are free.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Italian
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Numerous hotels and bed and breakfasts in the Pozzuoli and Licola area.
- Food & Drink
- Multiple beach bars and restaurants located directly on the sand (via lidos).
- Equipment Rental:
- Available at some lidos during the summer season.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Licola Beach (Pozzuoli)?
The best overall months at Licola Beach (Pozzuoli) are October, November, December, January, February, March.
Which wind directions work at Licola Beach (Pozzuoli)?
Licola Beach (Pozzuoli) works with W, SW, NW winds. Offshore directions are NNE, NE, ENE, E.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Licola Beach (Pozzuoli)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Licola Beach (Pozzuoli): Kitesurfing: 9–14 m² · Windsurfing: 5–7 m². The typical wind range is 10–20 kts.
What skill level is Licola Beach (Pozzuoli) suitable for?
Licola Beach (Pozzuoli) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Surfing: Beginner.