Castell de Ferro

Castell de Ferro is a small coastal bay on Spain's southern Mediterranean coast, oriented northeast-southwest. The spot features a sheltered bay configuration with rocky headlands at the southern point and residential/agricultural development along the northern shoreline. The protected nature of the bay makes it suitable primarily for beginners and light-wind conditions. Water conditions are typically calm with minimal swell exposure due to the bay's orientation and fetch limitations. Best wind conditions arrive from the northwest (315°), providing side-shore winds parallel to the coast. However, the area experiences very low wind reliability at only 3.8%, making consistent sessions difficult. Average wind speeds of 5.4 knots and waves under 1 meter indicate this is a light-wind spot requiring high-aspect-ratio equipment. The combination of shallow nearshore water, rocky outcrops at the southern point, and proximity to residential areas demands careful launch and landing planning. Most suitable for beginners seeking light-wind practice in a protected environment or during rare strong northwest wind events.