Golf De Roses, set in the province of Roses in Costa Brava, offers a superb summer short haul destination. The 2 hour flight from the UK to Gerona Airport is followed by just a 1 hour taxi ride or drive. The countryside in this region of Spain is stunning, picturesque cottages and farm houses are dotted around a lush and fertile rolling landscape. The coastline here is a mixture of rugged rocky outcrops and beautiful coves and bays, some busier than others.
Golf De Roses is a perfect destination for families with children of all ages as well as those travelling with non-windsurfing partners or friends. There is a massive amount to do here as well as it being a perfect kitesurf spot, such as mountain biking, snorkelling, sailing, horse riding and walking. There are also a good range of child care facilities on offer close to the kite centre.
There is really only one place to kite in Golf De Roses and this is at the main spot where the Skyriders/Club Mistral centre is based.
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There are two types of wind in this resort; the tramontana that blows in spring and autumn and the thermal wind of the mid summer months.
Tramontana: this is a strong and slightly gusty wind that comes from the north coming side on shore from the left. This is generally better for windsurfers and more proficient kiters and the average wind strength is around 25 knots.
Thermal: during the summer months from June to September wind changes direction to a southerly side on shore wind from the right. The thermal wind is super consistent and perfect for beginner to intermediate windsurfers looking for practice. This clean wind makes tricks and general progression much easier and is a really joy to ride !
The conditions in Golf De Roses are most suited to beginner to intermediate kitesurfers, although beginners should ideally aim for the mid summer months when the wind is calmer and much more consistent. Our partners, Skyriders, offer one of the most professional and outstanding facilities in the world for Kitesurfing, you will not find better instruction or equipment anywhere!
Courses are held directly in front of the centre in a private, dedicated kitesurfing zone. The wide beach and the dedicated kitesurfing zone give you enough room to fly the kite for the first time or simply learn how to launch it.
More advanced riders have a small dedicated launch area but once clear from this there is plenty of space for practicing new moves in complete safety with the knowledge a rescue boat is always on hand should you need it.
Golf De Roses has many different activities on offer for all ages, a perfect destination for all the family. This is a very active resort, everywhere you look you will see people jogging, mountain biking, race biking, swimming and more.
This area is also very famous for its 'skydiving' centre !! You must try this if you have the nerve !!!!!!
Golf De Roses is an equally good windsurf destination; the Club Mistral windsurf centre is on site with all the latest 2005 North sails and Mistral boards plus a full range of courses.
In the evening there are many charming restaurants and café / bars dotted around within a 10/20 minute car drive away. For those seeking a little more 'action' there are some big night clubs and bars in the nearest main town about a 30 minute drive away.
As a member of the EU there are no entry requirement other than a full UK passport with a full 6 month validity.
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