San Teodoro (La Cinta) — East Sardinia
Sardinia's top east-coast windsurf spot. 5 km La Cinta beach + Lu Impostu. Lagoon for beginners.
Wind: 10–30 kn · NE, E, SE — Sports: windsurf, kite, wing, SUP, surf — Level: all levels — On site: school, rental, food, WC, camping
Water: Side-shore chop is the everyday condition; Maestrale flattens the water almost completely (freestyle/freeride water), while strong Scirocco/Grecale builds genuine wind-swell up to 2-2.5 m with rideable waves that curve into the bay.
Launch: Two distinct zones: (1) the authorized 'Kite Zone' at La Fuchìtta, roughly mid-beach on La Cinta (approx. 40.8017, 9.6720), reached either by a ~2.5 km beach walk from the main southern entrance or by boat/shuttle from a landing point near the 'peschiera' (approx. 40.8116, 9.6701) — where kite schools (Kite Gym, Kitesurf San Teodoro) are based. (2) The southern/main access near the village, where cars/campers can park directly and windsurf schools/shops (Surfstar, Wet Dreams) operate — separate from the kite zone. The far-north end of La Cinta (Puntaldia) is a poor launch because Scirocco comes fully onshore there.
Rules: Dedicated supervised kite zone (La Fuchìtta) mid-beach on La Cinta — kite there and walk to the quieter north end. Best in Scirocco (SE); camping and smoking are banned on La Cinta, Lu Impostu and Cala Brandinchi.
Caution: Long shallow sandy beach with side-on chop, low-hazard; very crowded with bathers in summer so keep clear of swimming areas. The lagoon (Stagno) suits absolute beginners.
Frequently asked questions
Which wind direction works best at San Teodoro (La Cinta)?
San Teodoro (La Cinta) works best with wind from NE (Grecale), E (Levante) and SE (Scirocco). The typical sailable range is 10–30 kn.
Is San Teodoro (La Cinta) suitable for beginners?
Yes — San Teodoro (La Cinta) suits all levels, from beginners to advanced riders. Check the hazards section on this page before your first session.
Which sports can you do at San Teodoro (La Cinta)?
San Teodoro (La Cinta) is used for windsurfing, kitesurfing, wing foiling, SUP and surfing. Zoning or seasonal rules may apply — see the rules section on this page.
Is there a live webcam at San Teodoro (La Cinta)?
Yes — this page shows 3 live webcams for San Teodoro (La Cinta), together with live wind readings and a 3-day wind forecast.
What facilities are there at San Teodoro (La Cinta)?
On site you'll find a watersports school, equipment rental, food & drinks, toilets/showers and camping. Facilities are usually seasonal (roughly May–September).
Where exactly is San Teodoro (La Cinta)?
San Teodoro (La Cinta) is in East Sardinia, Italy (40.7920, 9.6750). Use the route button on this page for directions.