Porto Pino (Teulada)
- Freeride, Shortboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Flat, Chop, Small waves, Medium waves
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Porto Pino (Teulada) is a long, wide sandy beach spot on Sardinia known for crystal-clear water and the iconic white-sand dune landscape nearby. The riding area has shallow sandy shallows for the first stretch from shore (reported up to roughly 100 meters), providing space to set up and launch on the sand. Wind is a core attraction. Conditions are described as gusty and can be challenging—especially for beginners—because the wind can vary even when overall direction is stable. In the May to September period the spot is typically wind-reliable, and thermal effects reinforce afternoon conditions; summer activity is most often described in the afternoon hours, with wind strengthening through the midday-to-late-afternoon window. Kitesurfing is the best match for the spot, with freestyle/wave and foil/wakestyle styles commonly noted. However, safety and access restrictions during peak summer are a major factor: during summer season (June to September), kitesurfing is restricted to designated zones/launch corridors to protect swimmers, with a reported prohibition on kiting outside the official kite zone during mid-June to mid-September. Windsurfing is also supported by the same wind pattern, with freeride/freestyle/foil styles described for intermediate riders. Wingfoiling is additionally described as feasible, with safe foil depth typically reached after moving out into the deeper part of the water (around 50–100 meters from shore). Surfing is more secondary, with rideable waves possible on stronger winter swells from SW/SE, while conditions are otherwise primarily wind-driven (flat to chop).
- Long white sandy beach and large dunes nearby
- Crystal-clear, turquoise water
- Gusty yet reliable wind in late spring and summer
- Kiting and windsurfing supported with dedicated summer restrictions
- Long wide sandy beach with setup/launch space
- Crystal-clear, sandy shallows with very good visibility
- Consistent thermal/wind-driven conditions in spring and summer
- Suitable for kitesurfing and windsurfing, with wingfoiling also supported
- Gusty wind and variability can challenge less-experienced riders
- Summer crowds and strict kiting zone restrictions during mid-June to mid-September
- Shorebreak and seaweed (north side) are reported hazards
- Dunes are a protected environment—walking on them is prohibited
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SE, SW, NW
- Offshore directions
- NW
- Wind Range
- 15–31 kts
- Wind Type
- Thermal — Gusty wind patterns with thermal reinforcement in summer; frequently associated with strong afternoon flow.
- Reliability
- high in summer
- Gust Factor
- Heavy gusts — Described as gusty; can be challenging due to wind variability.
- Best Months
- May, June, July, August, September
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Chop, Small waves, Medium waves
- Beach
- Sand — Long white sandy beach.
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Small — Shallow areas can be flat while further out may show chop or small waves.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Chop reported with gusty winds.
- Launch
- Big — Long, wide sandy beach with space for launching.
Through the year
Very crowded in July and August; quieter in spring and autumn.
Rain is most likely between November and February.
By sport
What to expect for each.
A long sandy-beach kitesurfing destination known for strong/gusty winds and variable water conditions (flat shallows, chop, and small waves farther out). Reported to be more challenging for beginners due to gusts and unpredictability.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Freeride and freestyle/foil are supported by the same wind pattern as kitesurfing; windsurfing is also described as producing good conditions in summer.
- Sail Sizes
- 5–7.5 m²
Well-suited for wingfoiling thanks to consistent side-shore conditions and safe foil depth reached roughly 50–100 meters from shore.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes
- Min Depth
- Safe depth for foils is reached roughly 50-100 meters from the shoreline.
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Can produce rideable waves during strong winter swells from the SW or SE; otherwise mainly flat/chop from wind activity.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- SW, SE
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides
- Shelter
- Exposed
- Wind Effect
- Requires light winds or offshore NW winds to clean up the swell.
- Bigger Swell
- Can close out when swell exceeds about 3 meters.
- Wave Quality
- Average
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Mushy
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Short — Primarily a wind-sport destination; rideable waves reported during stronger winter swell.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Porto Pino (Teulada) in the full forecast view.
Porto Pino (Teulada) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–19 ktsGusts 31 kts
- Direction
- NW315°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2419 kts
- Windy days
- 3/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.2–1.1 m4s period
- Temperature
- 15–23 °C
Over the next 7 days, Porto Pino (Teulada) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–19 kts, peaking around 19 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 31 kts. The prevailing direction is NW. Waves run 0.2–1.1 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
- g u s t y w i n d
- shorebreak
- seaweed (north side)
- summer crowds
- restricted dune zones
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue availability described as limited.
- Emergency Info
- Medical center and emergency services are available in nearby Sant'Anna Arresi. Universal emergency number: 112.
Rules of the spot
Kitesurfing is restricted to designated zones/launch corridors during summer (June to September) to protect swimmers; there is also a period where kiting outside the official zone is not allowed.
- No kitesurfing in swimmer zones during summer.
- No kitesurfing mid-June to mid-September outside the official kite zone.
- Respect designated riding zones and swimmer protection areas.
- The south end of the beach is described as having cleaner wind and fewer people.
- The NW wind (Mistral) can be gusty near the beach.
- Follow access paths/boardwalks to avoid damaging/protecting the dunes.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Sant'Anna Arresi
- Nearest Town
- Sant'Anna Arresi
- Parking
- Parking available at the spot; paid parking lots near the beach and dune entrance are described.
- Public Transport
- limited; access is primarily by car with infrequent seasonal buses for local towns
- Access
- Drive to Porto Pino; after the road that passes by the lagoons, turn left and follow directions to the dune.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Italian
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Various apartments and B&Bs in Porto Pino and Sant'Anna Arresi; camping nearby.
- Food & Drink
- Beach bars and restaurants located on/near the beach and in the village.
- Equipment Rental:
- Rental gear for kite, windsurf, and SUP is available seasonally.
- Gear Storage
- Offered by some local schools during peak season.
- Gear Repair
- Basic kite and windsurf repair services available locally.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Southwest Sardinia is described as an authentic, rugged nature region with pine forests and extensive white-sand dunes, offering scenic nature-focused sightseeing alongside the wind sports.
Massive white sand dunes reaching up to 30 meters high within a protected area.
An ancient island town with Phoenician-Punic roots and a history of byssus weaving.
Stunning underground caves featuring unique eccentric aragonite formations.
Traditional Sardinian cuisine featuring local farm products.
Shallow wetlands home to pink flamingos and various bird species.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Porto Pino (Teulada)?
The best overall months at Porto Pino (Teulada) are May, June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Porto Pino (Teulada)?
Porto Pino (Teulada) works with SE, SW, NW winds. Offshore directions are NW.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Porto Pino (Teulada)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Porto Pino (Teulada): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Windsurfing: 5–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–31 kts.
What skill level is Porto Pino (Teulada) suitable for?
Porto Pino (Teulada) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Beginner · Surfing: Intermediate.