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Antirrio kitesurf, wingfoil and windsurf spot
Greece
Overview
Antirrio is a spot at the foot of the famous Rio-Antirrio bridge, at the western entrance of the Gulf of Corinth. This narrow passage (about 2 km wide) between the Gulf of Corinth and the Gulf of Patras creates one of the most powerful Venturi effects in all of Greece.
Wind, whether from the E (Gulf of Corinth) or W (Gulf of Patras), is compressed and accelerated through this bottleneck. Conditions can be extreme in strong wind episodes, with gusts exceeding 35 knots. Spot reserved for advanced riders in strong wind.
Spot forecast for Antirrio
Sunrise 07:46 · Sunset 18:48
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Antirrio: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
167h
in July · 24.5 rideable days
The season runs from July to September, peaking in July: 23 rideable days a month and 167 hours of usable wind, at 32 °C. The low point is January, at 16 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 81% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is January, at 14 °C. The wettest month is December, with 202 mm.
Monthly averages: Antirrio
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.0 | 132 h | 14 °C | 128 mm |
| February | 18.5 | 168 h | 14 °C | 55 mm |
| March | 18.0 | 159 h | 18 °C | 101 mm |
| April | 22.5 | 210 h | 21 °C | 48 mm |
| May | 21.5 | 177 h | 24 °C | 36 mm |
| June | 17.0 | 120 h | 33 °C | 2 mm |
| July | 24.5 | 167 h | 34 °C | 1 mm |
| August | 22.0 | 137 h | 33 °C | 13 mm |
| September | 22.0 | 148 h | 29 °C | 63 mm |
| October | 18.5 | 162 h | 22 °C | 134 mm |
| November | 16.0 | 126 h | 19 °C | 183 mm |
| December | 16.0 | 126 h | 15 °C | 202 mm |
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Technical details of Antirrio spot
The spot works with winds from NNE, NE, ENE, E, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W.
Spot functioning
The spot works year-round but best conditions are May to October. In moderate wind (12-18 knots), accessible conditions. In strong wind (>20 knots), the Venturi creates very powerful conditions, reserved for advanced/expert riders. Watch forecasts — wind can increase very quickly.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Advanced
On the water
Flat water despite strong wind — that's the magic of the narrow Gulf of Corinth! Strong currents in the strait. Rapid depth. Clean water. Temperature: 23-27°C in summer.
Parking
Parking along the Antirrio coastal road and in the port area. Ferries crossing the strait (alternative to the toll bridge). Nafpaktos 10 min, Patras 15 min via bridge. All services available in both towns.
Wind specificities
🔥 MAXIMUM VENTURI EFFECT: The Rio-Antirrio passage (2 km wide) compresses wind by 30-50%. A 15-knot Vardaris in the gulf can become 25 knots at the strait! On strong wind days, gusts of 35-40 knots are possible.
Wind can blow from E/NE (Vardaris, channeled from the Gulf of Corinth) or W/SW (Ponentes, from the Gulf of Patras). Direction can change within hours. The Rio-Antirrio bridge (2883m long) is a spectacular visual landmark.
Hazards
🚨 EXTREME currents in the Rio-Antirrio strait. Very dense maritime traffic (ferries every 15 min, cargo ships, cruise ships). DO NOT sail in the shipping channel! Very strong and potentially gusty wind. Direction changes possible. Bridge pillars to be absolutely avoided. Spot reserved for experienced riders who know local conditions.
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