Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland
Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland is a Flat and Chop spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Expert ridersFlat and Chop.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from NE .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland is a Flat and Chop spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Expert ridersFlat and Chop.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from NE .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this 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
Exit "Versoix" of highway from the Geneva airport. Then follow the direction of Versoix and turn right just before entering the village. There is a small park with an house called "Institut Forel" (university).
Nearest Airports
Distance
290km from spot
160km from spot
10km from spot
How to get there
How to get there
Exit "Versoix" of highway from the Geneva airport. Then follow the direction of Versoix and turn right just before entering the village. There is a small park with an house called "Institut Forel" (university).
Nearest Airports
Distance
290km from spot
160km from spot
10km from spot
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Riding Conditions in Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wetsuit is necessary because north wind cools the water. Seasons for kite are not the warmest! The water is very cold in winter and warm in summer.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from NE .
Good wind with Northeast wind called "Bise" in Switzerland. More Northeast wind in winter, autumn and spring. There is "Bise" often when there is the "Mistral" in south of France.
Wind usually blows from NE on the spot.
The best moments to come to Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland are April, May, September and October .
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wetsuit is necessary because north wind cools the water. Seasons for kite are not the warmest! The water is very cold in winter and warm in summer.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from NE .
Good wind with Northeast wind called "Bise" in Switzerland. More Northeast wind in winter, autumn and spring. There is "Bise" often when there is the "Mistral" in south of France.
Wind usually blows from NE on the spot.
The best moments to come to Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland are April, May, September and October .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland is a Flat and Chop spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Small size.
Small beach of stones with onshore wind (30 meters long). You have to take off your kite and jump into water at the end of the beach. To come back on shore just go upwind of the beach and land your kite. Do not be alone on this spot! But do not be more than three riders as well.
Lake conditions: flat and choppy water.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland is a Flat and Chop spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Small size.
Small beach of stones with onshore wind (30 meters long). You have to take off your kite and jump into water at the end of the beach. To come back on shore just go upwind of the beach and land your kite. Do not be alone on this spot! But do not be more than three riders as well.
Lake conditions: flat and choppy water.
Need to know
Careful about the other beach users, especially in July and August .
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Boats and Mole
.
Beach risks reported:
Rocks,Bystanders
.
Please respect local rules when you are on the spot. Talk to a local before you go on water.
Need to know
Need to know
Careful about the other beach users, especially in July and August .
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Boats and Mole
.
Beach risks reported:
Rocks,Bystanders
.
Please respect local rules when you are on the spot. Talk to a local before you go on water.
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Additional information
A parking is available at Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland.
Special rules for Lake Geneva: you need a helmet, vest, insurance, max. 25m lines, kite leash.
Webcams around Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland
Webcams around Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland
Weather Forecast for the next 10days
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Wind stats in Switzerland...
| Month | % of Windy Days (more than 15kts) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 19 |
| Feb | 21 |
| Mar | 27 |
| Apr | 29 |
| May | 37 |
| Jun | 35 |
| Jul | 39 |
| Aug | 37 |
| Sep | 34 |
| Oct | 31 |
| Nov | 19 |
| Dec | 12 |
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Additional information
There are 3 kitesurf schools and 13 kitesurf spots in Switzerland.
Best months: May June July August September
Best months: May June July August September
Accomodation around the spot
Lake Geneva / Forel, Switzerland
