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Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey

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Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey is a Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small waves and Medium waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from N, NNE, NE, NW and NNW .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
There is Food available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey !
Safety first! There is Rescue/Lifeguards on the spot.
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey is a Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small waves and Medium waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from N, NNE, NE, NW and NNW .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
There is Food available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey !
Safety first! There is Rescue/Lifeguards on the spot.
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
How to get there
You have to fly into Istanbul. Then with a bus to Canakkale. Take the ferry, which goes twice a day to Gokceada. When you arrive you must go to Eshelek. This is a village 10 miles from the port of Gokceada. The beach is 1 km near by Eshelek.
Nearest Airports
Distance
Athens International (ATH)
390km from spot
How to get there
How to get there
You have to fly into Istanbul. Then with a bus to Canakkale. Take the ferry, which goes twice a day to Gokceada. When you arrive you must go to Eshelek. This is a village 10 miles from the port of Gokceada. The beach is 1 km near by Eshelek.
Nearest Airports
Distance
Athens International (ATH)
390km from spot

Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey, next to Canakkale, Echelek, Istanbul, Turkey

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Riding Conditions in Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Hot. In the summer 40°C even more and in the water 25°C. No wetsuit needed. You can surf all year, winter cold.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from N, NNE, NE, NW and NNW .
There is Frontal wind at Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey.
Good in any northerly. According to the legend the name of Imbros comes from ancient Greek and means 'Windy Island'. Because of this it is also a suitable place for windsurfers and kitesurfers.
Wind usually blows from N, NNE and NE on the spot.
The best moments to come to Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December .
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Hot. In the summer 40°C even more and in the water 25°C. No wetsuit needed. You can surf all year, winter cold.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from N, NNE, NE, NW and NNW .
There is Frontal wind at Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey.
Good in any northerly. According to the legend the name of Imbros comes from ancient Greek and means 'Windy Island'. Because of this it is also a suitable place for windsurfers and kitesurfers.
Wind usually blows from N, NNE and NE on the spot.
The best moments to come to Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey is a Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small waves and Medium waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
The beach is nice and there is soft sand. There is a dune where you can put gear not in use. The shelf is good and there is no rocks or threes. There is enough space for landing or safety launch.
There are 2 spots/bays near Eselek, a wave spot (1-1.5 m chops) on the left side and a flat water spot (good for lessons, strong offshore wind) to the right side of the village.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey is a Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small waves and Medium waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
The beach is nice and there is soft sand. There is a dune where you can put gear not in use. The shelf is good and there is no rocks or threes. There is enough space for landing or safety launch.
There are 2 spots/bays near Eselek, a wave spot (1-1.5 m chops) on the left side and a flat water spot (good for lessons, strong offshore wind) to the right side of the village.
Need to know
Careful about the other beach users, especially in June, July and August .
When you are on water, be careful of Swimmers .

Beach risk reported: None .
The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.
Need to know
Need to know
Careful about the other beach users, especially in June, July and August .
When you are on water, be careful of Swimmers .

Beach risk reported: None .
The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.
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Additional information
A parking is available at Gokceada / Eshelek, Turkey.
The spot has Showers and Toilets facilities.
There is Food available on the spot
No hotels, you must to stay in caravans or tent.
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There are 2 kitesurf schools and 4 kitesurf spots in Limnos - Lesvos.
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