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Santorini · Monolithos / Karterados

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About the spot

On Santorini's eastern side, the black-sand shore at Monolithos/Karterados hosts an organised kite venue. SantoriniKite describes northerly Meltemi arriving side-onshore. The beach opens onto the Aegean, with chop and waves increasing as the wind builds.

The school offers tuition, rental and beach assistance. Confirm the meeting point at Karterados beach rather than rigging on an arbitrary Monolithos bathing section. Beginners need suitable surf conditions and supervision. Independent riders should respect teaching areas and return corridors.

Water typeCoast

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Access & local notes

Confirm the Karterados/Monolithos kite entry with SantoriniKite; avoid swimming sections and agree current beach support.

Source: SantoriniKite · Spot · accessed on 13/10/2026

Additional sources: Kiteforum · Santorini / Monolithos (Santorini kite)

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GPS coordinates

36.4129, 25.4826

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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.

Initial assessment based on the existing spot description. Beginner suitability is not sufficiently established for this access point; confirm the specific requirements locally.

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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