Tre Ponti (La Scaletta)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Flat
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Tre Ponti (La Scaletta) is a sandy beach break on the Sanremo coast, known for fun and reasonably consistent surf. The beach has multiple peaks (commonly three to four) and offers both left and right wave options, with generally good wave quality. Waves are described as working on all tides. For swell, the best setups are reported from the south through south-southwest / south-southeast directions, with the surf starting to work from under 1m and building to around 3m+ in stronger conditions. Rides are typically short—often under about 50m—because fast peaks may end in closeout near the shore on bigger sets. Wind conditions are a key factor for wave quality: offshore winds from the north and north-northeast are repeatedly noted as producing the cleanest, best-groomed waves. Providers disagree slightly on the wind pattern wording (mixed vs. more frontal/low-pressure-driven in winter) but agree on a common directional theme and a typical range around 10–20 knots, with moderate-to-steady gust behavior depending on season. Safety-wise, the main issues are crowds and localism when conditions draw more surfers (weekends and winter swells). There may also be occasional submerged rocks near jetty areas or the ends of the beach, and in summer, posted swimming zones can restrict where you can surf. Plan for seasonal water temperature changes with a spring wetsuit for shoulder months and thicker insulation in winter.
- Multiple-peaked sandy beach break with both right and left waves
- Offshore north/north-northeast winds help produce cleaner conditions
- Works on all tides; swell can build to 3m+
- Fun, consistent sandy beach break with multiple peaks
- Easy public access with quick walk-in from the road
- Offshore north/north-northeast winds often groom the waves
- Can be crowded, especially on weekends
- Localism risk when the lineup is busy
- Occasional submerged rocks near jetty/ends areas
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NNE
- Offshore directions
- N, NNE
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Mixed — North to north-northeast winds; pattern described as mixed (provider) and also described as mainly frontal/low-pressure-driven in winter (provider).
- Reliability
- fairly consistent
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Reported as moderate-gusts (provider) and also described as steady in winter (provider).
- Best Months
- April, May, June, July, August, September, October
- Shadow Zones
- High buildings or cliffs to the north can provide some shelter from northern gusts.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat
- Beach
- Sand — Public sandy beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Surf is often described as small to medium in the baseline conditions; can hold overhead up to 3m+ on bigger sets.
- Launch
- Small — Public beach access with easy shore entry and quick walk-in via staircase (La Scaletta).
- Launch Difficulty
- Easy — Easy entry to water from the beach.
Through the year
Weekdays: few surfers; weekends: crowded—highest during winter swells and daily during summer holiday season.
November and December often see the most storm activity; rain/storm activity is often strongest in late October and November.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Occasionally used by windsurfers during winter storms; otherwise it is primarily a surfing beach.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.5–6 m²
Possible on lighter wind days with swell, though it is primarily a surfing location; sandy bottom and potential crowds reduce comfort for foilers.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes — Foil-friendly reported.
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Sandy beach break with multiple peaks (commonly 3–4) and right/left options. Generally consistent and described as fun and reliable for a range of surfers; can get crowded.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S, SW, SE
- Swell Height
- 0.3–3 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Works on all tides; rising and falling tides noted as acceptable.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Reported as exposed by one provider; another describes semi-sheltered—overall exposure varies with wind/swell setup.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore winds from the North (north-northeast) provide the best, groomed conditions.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds overhead on bigger sets (reported up to ~3m+). One provider notes it can start closing out above ~3m; another notes it can handle larger swell and holds up to 3m+.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Wave quality reported as good.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Moderate power reported; also described as fun.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Peeling shape reported by providers.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Described with medium peel speed by one provider; also described as peeling waves.
- Ride Length
- Short — Short rides typically under ~50m; fast peaks can end in closeout near shore.
- Typical Ride Length
- 30–50 m
- Ride Length Details
- Short rides; one provider notes 30–50m typical. Another notes short (<50m).
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Tre Ponti (La Scaletta) in the full forecast view.
Tre Ponti (La Scaletta) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 1–8 ktsGusts 13 kts
- Direction
- ENE66°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 248 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–1.4 m4s period
- Temperature
- 13–20 °C
Over the next 7 days, Tre Ponti (La Scaletta) is forecast for daytime winds of 1–8 kts, peaking around 8 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 13 kts. The prevailing direction is ENE. Waves run 0.1–1.4 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
- Localism
- Overcrowding (especially weekends)
- Submerged rocks near jetty areas or ends of the beach (occasional)
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Reported as seasonal.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Reported as limited (spot-level) and limited regionally.
- Emergency Info
- Emergency number: 112.
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate — Localism reported as a hazard; also described as mild by another provider.
Rules of the spot
Public beach—apply standard surfing etiquette; respect the local lineup during busy winter swells. Avoid restricted swimming zones in summer if they are posted.
- Swimming zones in summer may restrict surfing areas.
- Arrive early on weekends as it can be crowded.
- Avoid overcrowded sessions when possible.
- The spot is best when winds are from the North for clean, offshore conditions.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Sanremo
- Nearest Town
- Sanremo
- Nearest Airport
- Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)
- Parking
- Limited parking along Via Aurelia; free closed-garage parking mentioned near Hotel Villa La Brise.
- Public Transport
- Connected by the Riviera Trasporti bus network and a coastal train line with a major station in Sanremo
- Access
- Take the Genova–Ventimiglia highway, exit at San Remo (about 20 km from the French border). From downtown Sanremo, take Via Aurelia heading south; Tre Ponti is a public beach with staircase access (La Scaletta) from the road.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Italian
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Numerous hotels and guesthouses in Sanremo city center; one nearby hotel (50m from the beach) is mentioned.
- Food & Drink
- Restaurants and cafes in downtown Sanremo; beach bars and restaurants directly on/above the beach.
- Equipment Rental:
- Some local surf shops in Sanremo may offer rentals; equipment rental is reported as available locally.
- Gear Storage
- Not typically available (spot-level provider); some storage via closed-garage parking near the beach is mentioned by another provider.
- Gear Repair
- Gear repair can be facilitated through local surf shops in the Sanremo area.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Sanremo is a major Riviera resort town with year-round tourism appeal and major cultural attractions.
Iconic Art Nouveau building and one of Italy’s most famous gambling houses.
Historic medieval quarter with narrow winding streets and stone arches.
Former home of Alfred Nobel, now a museum with surrounding gardens.
Seafood restaurants and cafes overlooking the Portosole marina.
A 24km scenic cycling path along the coast built on a former railway line.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Tre Ponti (La Scaletta)?
The best overall months at Tre Ponti (La Scaletta) are January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December. The best wind months are April, May, June, July, August, September, October.
Which wind directions work at Tre Ponti (La Scaletta)?
Tre Ponti (La Scaletta) works with N, NNE winds. Offshore directions are N, NNE.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Tre Ponti (La Scaletta)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Tre Ponti (La Scaletta): Windsurfing: 4.5–6 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 10–20 kts.
What skill level is Tre Ponti (La Scaletta) suitable for?
Tre Ponti (La Scaletta) suits these riding levels: Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Beginner.