Levanto
The surf beach of the Riviera di Levante, on the doorstep of the Cinque Terre.
Levanto has a sand-and-gravel beach open to the south-west, with peaks by the stream mouth and in front of the promenade. It's one of the most consistent in Liguria and has a surf community with a long tradition.
With a libeccio and then a northerly wind, there are waves for all levels.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | All levels |
| Best swell | SW, S, W |
| Best wind (offshore) | NE, N, E |
| Tide | All tides |
| Size | 0.5–2 m |
| Best season | October to April |
| Crowd | Medium |
| Localism | Medium |
Surf forecast
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Model forecast for open water a few kilometres offshore: it can't see sandbanks or the shelter of headlands and jetties. The rating (0–5) is worked out from this spot's ideal swell and wind. Use it as a guide and check the sea before paddling out. Data: Open-Meteo (DWD, ECMWF; CC BY 4.0)
Which board to bring
A shortboard or fish; a funboard or longboard on small days. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Levanto
The water is around 13 °C in winter and 24 °C in late summer. This is what we'd bring for this spot's water, level and boards.
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Localism and vibe
A long-standing local community. Respect priority and the schools.
Surfing style
Beach break over sand and gravel.
Hazards
Rocks at both ends and currents in big swell.
Map
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Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.