Balneario

Balneario is the spot at the edge of town, right by the harbour and the causeway to Las Palomas island, at the start of Los Lances beach. It is known for flat water in strong Levante. That makes it popular with freestylers and advanced kiters, but it is also busy and technical.

Balneario is at its best in Levante. The wind comes off the land and has little room to build waves, so the water here is flat. That wind is gusty though, and can be strong: 20 to 40 knots is not unusual.

Because the wind blows off the land, you drift away from the beach quickly if something goes wrong. Only kite here if you are experienced and there is rescue nearby.

Advanced riders only. You need to be able to launch and land on your own in a small, busy spot, ride upwind well and handle gusts.

Beginners and intermediate riders are better off taking a lesson at Valdevaqueros in Levante.

From the finca in El Cuartón you are at Balneario in about 10 minutes. Is the Levante too strong for your level? Then an afternoon by the pool or a hike in the Parque Natural del Estrecho is no punishment either. Ask us what makes sense that day.