Le Castella

Le Castella is a small bay located on Italy's Calabrian coast, facing south into the Ionian Sea. The spot features a crescent-shaped sandy beach backed by low cliffs and dense vegetation, with visible rocky formations and reef structures on the eastern side of the bay. The bay provides natural protection from direct ocean swell, resulting in small, choppy waves averaging 0.66m. Water conditions are generally mild with low wind reliability at 7.8 knots average, making consistent sessions dependent on favorable weather windows. The easterly side-shore wind direction (90°) provides the safest approach for launching and riding. Shallow water near the beach and rocky hazards on the right side require awareness. This spot suits beginner to early intermediate riders seeking protected conditions with manageable waves. The low swell exposure means sessions are forecast-dependent rather than consistent. Local boat traffic and the shallow, complex bottom necessitate staying in designated riding areas and maintaining awareness of navigation channels.