Caranza Ría de Ferrol

Caranza is located in the Ría de Ferrol, a sheltered bay in northwestern Spain. This is a protected coastal inlet with significant urban and industrial development surrounding the water. The spot consists of a sandy beach fronting a shallow bay area with several mooring fields and boat traffic visible in the satellite imagery. The bay's sheltered nature provides calm water conditions but severely limits wind resources. With average wind speeds of only 5.7 knots and reliability of just 4.3%, consistent riding sessions are rare. The spot is best suited to beginners or those practicing in extremely light wind conditions, as the shallow protected waters and low wave average (1.50m) present minimal challenge. Easterly winds (90°) would provide side-shore conditions parallel to the main beach. Key considerations include navigating around moored vessels, respecting industrial/commercial boat operations, and understanding that this location depends heavily on rare favorable wind windows. The spot serves primarily as a light-wind alternative rather than a dedicated kitesurfing destination.