Spot Guide
Aktio, Etoloakarnania · Greece
- Sports
- Windsurfing, SUP
- Water
- Flat water, Chop
- Level
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Advanced, Expert
- Wind directions
- N, W, W, WNW, WNW, NW, NW, NNW, NNW
- Flat water: N, W, WNW, NW, NNW · typical 11.0–21.0 kn
Spot description
At Agios Nikolaos, a strip of sand separates the open beach from the shallow lagoon. The surf club area has its own access. Water depth, wind angle and rigging space change over short distances.
More spot information
A local summer thermal usually starts around midday, strengthens in the afternoon and eases towards sunset. N, W, WNW, NW and NNW are listed individually. Typical wind strength: 11-21 kn; a current guide gives about 15-20 kn for the thermal.
Depending on the section, water ranges from shallow and smooth in the lagoon to chop on the open side. According to the source, the beginner area stays shallow for about 30 m from shore; the bottom is sandy. Watch for shells.
The spot is at Agios Nikolaos in Aktio, about 11 km from Lefkada town. Coordinates: 38.86736, 20.78986. Observe the separate launches and marked zones.
The source lists windsurfing and kitesurfing lessons and rental, SUP rental, repairs, rescue, parking, showers, food and accommodation in the village. Check availability locally.
Wind and water vary by section. According to the spot source, the flat-water lagoon is reserved for experienced freestylers; beginner lessons are not permitted there. Watch for shells and other watersports users.