Cave

Cave is a beach break located on Portugal's western Cascais coastline, where steep cliffs meet sandy beach in a narrow cove formation. The spot faces northwest toward the Atlantic, with a dramatic rocky coastline creating natural wave focusing and current patterns. The beach break generates moderate waves with consistent Atlantic swell exposure. Side-shore winds from the north provide optimal conditions for kitesurfing, though the spot experiences low wind reliability (13.2%) on average. The narrow cove and cliff setting create a challenging landing zone with limited space, particularly during high tide when beach access narrows significantly. Wave heights average 2.12m in rough water conditions typical of exposed Portuguese breaks. Best suited for intermediate kiters with experience in confined spaces and cliff environments. The proximity to cliffs requires careful launch and landing procedures, and awareness of katabatic wind effects channeling down the cliff face. Water temperatures around 16.8°C necessitate wetsuit use year-round. Crowding from cliff-top spectators and photographers is common. Access involves hiking through residential areas and descending steep paths.