Sant Anastasia (Fondi)
- Freeride, Foil
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Flat, Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Range
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About
Sant Anastasia (Fondi) is a sandy, medium-sized beach spot on the Fondi coast known for generally clean water and calm conditions close to shore. Multiple sources describe a breakwater/canal effect that creates super-flat water in the first roughly 50 meters, with only mild chop farther out unless winds become stronger. Launch is generally described as easy from the sandy beach. Wind is strongly seasonal. Spring and summer are dominated by an afternoon thermal/sea-breeze pattern, with an example thermal window of about 13:00 to 18:00 and typically W/NW/SW winds. Typical kite-suitable wind ranges are described around the teens to mid‑20s knots, with gustiness described as light to moderate depending on the conditions. Overall, the spot is presented as especially reliable during summer months. For kitesurfing, the conditions are described as ideal for progression, with freeride and foil-friendly water close to shore and calmer open-water conditions beyond. Wingfoiling is also described as very foil-friendly due to the sandy bottom and the lack of submerged rocks outside the pier/mole area, though a shallow-to-moderate depth is indicated near the launch slope and beginner learning is linked to the first zone. Safety considerations are a major focus at this spot: the mole/jetty near the canal mouth is an identified hazard, and during summer bathing season (June to September) kitesurfing is restricted to designated launch channels/corridors or outside swimming hours. Lifeguards are described as seasonal, and emergency guidance is centered on Italy’s standard emergency number and sea-rescue number.
- Super-flat water in the first ~50 meters for learning and early freeride/foil practice
- Reliable afternoon thermal winds in warm months (especially May–September)
- Sandy bottom with generally clean water
- Super-flat water in the first ~50 meters makes it well-suited for early progression.
- Reliable afternoon thermal winds in spring/summer (especially May–September).
- Sandy bottom and generally clean, calm conditions support freeride and foiling.
- Seasonal swimming regulations can restrict where/when kiting is allowed during summer peak hours.
- Mole/jetty hazards near the canal mouth require careful launch and downwind awareness.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, NW, SW
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Thermal — Thermal sea breeze/afternoon build in warm months.
- Reliability
- High during summer months due to consistent thermal effects.
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Providers describe moderate gustiness overall; one source also notes light-gusts on typical thermal days.
- Best Months
- March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Described as chop/small wave conditions overall.
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Super-flat in the first ~50m; beyond that mild chop is possible with higher winds.
- Launch
- Medium — Wide sandy beach; easy self-launch with ample space for rigging/launching.
Through the year
High summer (July–August) can be very crowded with beachgoers; spring and autumn are quieter.
October to December
By sport
What to expect for each.
A flat-water kitesurfing area attributed to a breakwater channel, producing super-flat water in the first ~50 meters; farther out it stays calmer with only mild chop unless winds get stronger.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Suitable for freeride and foil windsurfing in afternoon thermals.
- Sail Sizes
- 5.5–7.5 m²
Very foil-friendly due to sandy bottom and lack of submerged rocks outside the pier/mole area; flat water in the first ~50 meters supports beginner practice.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes — Foil-friendly conditions are described for the sandy bottom outside the pier area.
- Min Depth
- 1.2 meters beyond the initial shore slope
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Sant Anastasia (Fondi) in the full forecast view.
Sant Anastasia (Fondi) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 1–9 ktsGusts 17 kts
- Direction
- WNW292°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 249 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–1.2 m4s period
- Temperature
- 10–21 °C
Over the next 7 days, Sant Anastasia (Fondi) is forecast for daytime winds of 1–9 kts, peaking around 9 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 17 kts. The prevailing direction is WNW. 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
- Mole/breakwater
- Stone jetty/mole near the canal mouth (west side of the canal mouth)
- Swimmers during the summer season
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal lifeguard presence is described for summer via beach clubs.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Spot-level rescue availability is reported as no; regional context notes limited coordinated rescue services.
- Emergency Info
- Emergency number: 112. Sea rescue number: 1530.
Rules of the spot
Standard kitesurfing etiquette; respect the breakwater/mole zone and any designated launch corridors during summer bathing hours.
- No kiting in swimming zones during summer peak hours without using a designated corridor.
- Flat water in the first ~50 meters can be ideal for learning; be mindful of the breakwater channel and frangiflutti (breakwater) when launching.
- Watch for the jetty/mole if you drift downwind during a NW wind.
- During the summer bathing season (June to September), kitesurfing is restricted to designated launch channels/corridors or outside swimming hours.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Fondi
- Nearest Town
- Terracina
- Parking
- Parking is available near the beach (via direct access from Via Sant Anastasia); also described as available along the access road or in local lots near beach clubs.
- Access
- Drive east from Terracina on SS213 to Lido di Fondi and Rio Clara. After the river get onto Via Sant Anastasia and drive south to the water.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Italian
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Various campsites, holiday homes, and hotels are located in the Lido di Fondi area.
- Food & Drink
- Several beachfront bars and restaurants operate during the summer season.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental is described as limited availability via summer pop-up centers or nearby schools; regional context also notes rental availability through local sport clubs/seasonal concessions.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Sant Anastasia (Fondi)?
The best overall months at Sant Anastasia (Fondi) are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November.
Which wind directions work at Sant Anastasia (Fondi)?
Sant Anastasia (Fondi) works with W, NW, SW winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Sant Anastasia (Fondi)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Sant Anastasia (Fondi): Kitesurfing: 9–14 m² · Windsurfing: 5.5–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–25 kts.
What skill level is Sant Anastasia (Fondi) suitable for?
Sant Anastasia (Fondi) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner · Windsurfing: Beginner · Wingfoiling: Beginner.