Multedo (Genoa)

Multedo (Genoa) is a small, urban beach break just by the harbor and close to the airport. Sources consistently describe a sandy launch area with rocky/breakwater elements nearby, giving both left and right waves (“right and left” / “both”). The break is most associated with Mediterranean winter-storm surf, where south to south-southwest swells can build enough size to create workable sessions. Working conditions are described within a fairly clear swell window: it starts around roughly 1.0–1.5m and can hold up to about 2.5m or more. Ride length is typically short (often under 50m), while on better days it can extend to around 50–150m. Wave quality is reported as good, but the character can vary: some reports emphasize mixed/peeling shapes and note that the left may close out more readily when it’s big. Wind reports are mixed across providers, but offshore wind effects are repeatedly mentioned as the key to better takeoffs. One provider reports offshore-from-northeast for surfing sessions, while another describes offshore with North/North-West winds. Regardless of the exact direction labels, both agree that wind reliability is low/inconsistent, and that the spot is best when swell and wind line up. Safety-wise, water quality/pollution is the dominant concern. Multiple sources warn that the sea is polluted and specifically recommend avoiding surfing immediately after heavy rain (when harbor/city drainage impacts can increase). Rip currents are also flagged as a possible hazard during heavier swells. Despite these issues, the spot is frequently described as uncrowded—even when working—making it attractive for surfers who can travel specifically for the right big-swells conditions.