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Carcavelos

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About the spot

Carcavelos is a busy urban and surfing beach on the Cascais coast. Kiting mainly depends on suitable southerly, southwesterly or westerly conditions; winter fronts can also bring powerful waves. Summer Nortada conditions differ from Guincho and may be offshore or gusty here.

The spot is for experienced riders. Surf traffic, swimmers, shoreline structures and currents limit recovery space. Even a suitable wind direction cannot make a crowded beach workable. Carcavelos is not an unrestricted, all-season beginner venue.

Water typeCoast

Suitable wind directionsSuitable wind fromS · SW · WMarked sectors · not a forecast

Access & local notes

During the bathing season, the Cascais notice generally requires 300 m clearance from the waterline, with separate provisions for immediate launching and landing. Check current zones and other operating limits before rigging.

Source: Kiteforum · Carcavelos · accessed on 07/10/2026

Additional sources: Diário da República · Edital 950/2024

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GPS coordinates

38.679, -9.336

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The marker and GPS coordinates show the approximate location of the spot. Follow the designated access points and zones on site.

Skill level

Advanced

Independent riding, staying upwind, launching, landing and self-rescue are required, with control in chop, waves or changing conditions.

The four skill levels

Skill level: Beginner
For first rides and basic skills in suitable conditions. Beginners need qualified instruction and the designated teaching area.
Skill level: Advanced
Independent riding, staying upwind, launching, landing and self-rescue are required, with control in chop, waves or changing conditions.
Skill level: Expert
Extensive experience with difficult launches, surf, currents or obstacles is required. Little room for riding or judgement errors.
Skill level: Pro
An exceptionally demanding specialist spot for pro-level riders. Extreme spot hazards require precise control, local knowledge and agreed safety support.

Editorial guidance based on the spot description. Applies in suitable conditions within the area described; wind, waves and tides can require greater skill. Beginners always need instruction.

Before your visit

Check current notices at the access point, swimming zones and local restrictions.

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