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Just outside the authentic Portugese town of Viana do Castelo
a pristine beach lies within a horseshoe-shaped bay, with
excellent windsurf conditions for every level. Just a couple
hundred yards down the beach is where you will find the wave
playground for the more advanced windsurfer. There is a
reliable side shore wind in the summer months between May
and September. The wind is normally lighter in the mornings, a
good time for beginners, picking up nicely through the day to
its peak mid afternoon.
Viana do Castelo,
West Portugal
Portugal, with its classic Mediterranean climate, has
great wind conditions for your next holiday and the area
around Viano do Castelo is one of Planet’s new found
favourites. This great destination has perfect windsurfing
conditions for a range of abilities, beautiful landscapes,
rich historical sites and a range of other activities for the
whole family to enjoy. In addition, it is located just a few
hours from the UK with many flights daily from regional
UK and European airports.
At the new FeelViana boutique sport hotel, built by
windsurfers with active holiday makers in mind, you can
wake up just a few steps away from the water. The hotel is
set in a natural pine forest and has worked hard to keep the
styling of the hotel in line with the natural beauty of the
surrounding area. The hotel has an incredible sports centre
stocked with all the latest equipment and an amazing team
of passionate windsurfers to assist you, with lessons for both
adults and children. A nice touch from the centre is free
rescue and recovery by way of the incredible local lifesaving
team, on hand to assist anyone in the water. Aside from
windsurfing the centre here offers a range of other activities
including mountain biking, kitesurfing, trail running and
SUPing. New for 2018 is foiling and motocross!
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