Overview

Le Saline is a kitesurf spot on the northwest tip of Sardinia, near Stintino and not far from the famous La Pelosa beach. The spot is exposed to the powerful Maestrale (northwest) which blows with great regularity in summer. The lagoon nearby provides flat water conditions, while more open water offers choppier riding. The landscape of salt flats, flamingos and turquoise sea makes this one of the most spectacular settings on the island.

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Sardinia | Le Saline: when to go?

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Season · peak

146h

in July · 20.5 rideable days

The season runs from June to September, peaking in July: 16 rideable days a month and 146 hours of usable wind, at 27 °C. The low point is February, at 3 days.

Rideable days per month

Wind strength when it is rideable

7-12 knots · 73%13-20 knots · 24%21-30 knots · 2%

When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 73% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is January, at 14 °C. The wettest month is March, with 78 mm.

Monthly averages: Sardinia | Le Saline

Monthly averages — Sardinia | Le Saline — averaged over 2 years of records — Weather data by Open-Meteo.com — How it is calculated
Month	Rideable days	Usable wind	Temperature	Rain
January	5.0	39 h	14 °C	58 mm
February	3.0	28 h	15 °C	49 mm
March	7.0	57 h	16 °C	78 mm
April	8.5	72 h	18 °C	59 mm
May	9.5	56 h	21 °C	40 mm
June	14.0	77 h	27 °C	8 mm
July	20.5	146 h	28 °C	3 mm
August	15.5	77 h	29 °C	12 mm
September	12.0	100 h	25 °C	34 mm
October	6.0	50 h	22 °C	53 mm
November	7.0	48 h	18 °C	45 mm
December	9.0	64 h	15 °C	63 mm

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Technical details of Sardinia | Le Saline spot

The spot works with winds from N, WNW, NW, NNW.

Depending on conditions: NNE, SE.

RideableDepending on conditions Not rideable

Spot functioning

The spot uses the narrow beach strip between the salt lagoon and the sea. Launch from the beach and ride either in the lagoon (flat, shallow, ideal for foiling) or in the open sea (more chop and power). The Stintino kite school operates here in summer with designated zones. The beach is narrow so coordinate carefully when launching and landing.

Spot opening date · Required level

Spot opening date: Open all year round
Open year-round. Best season: May to October. The Maestrale is most reliable June to September. The area is a natural park and flamingo reserve — respect access restrictions, especially during nesting periods (spring).
Required level: Intermediate

On the water

Lagoon: flat to very slightly choppy, sandy bottom at 0.3 to 1m, perfect for foiling and freestyle. Sea side: chop of 0.4 to 1m in strong Maestrale, longer fetch across the Asinara channel. The water in the lagoon hosts flamingos — maintain respectful distance from nesting areas.

Parking

Parking near the Stintino salt flats, accessible from the SP34 road. Stintino village nearby with restaurants and services. Very busy in July-August — arrive early.

Wind specificities

Le Saline is positioned at the entrance of the Asinara channel, where the Maestrale is channelled between the Sardinian coast and the Asinara island national park. The wind arrives clean and powerful, typically 18 to 35 knots in summer. It builds progressively through the morning and is strongest in the early afternoon. Gusts are present but manageable. One of the most consistent Maestrale spots on the northwest coast.

Hazards

Strong and gusty Maestrale — beginners should exercise caution. Protected lagoon areas nearby are off-limits for kiting. Watch for boat traffic near the Stintino jetty. Shallow water near the shore in some sections.

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