Capo Mannu
Capo Mannu is arguably the best wave in the Mediterranean—a series of reef and point breaks on Sardinia's wild west coast that come alive when mistral storms blow from the northwest. The setup offers multiple options: hollow reefs, workable points, and occasional barrels. Summer is flat, but autumn through spring delivers surprisingly powerful swells. The Italian surf scene is small but dedicated, and Capo Mannu is its crown jewel. Mediterranean surfing's hidden treasure.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- WNW (290°)
- Direction range
- 260° - 330°
- Size range
- 1m - 3.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.8m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.1m - 0.6m
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Drive to Capo Mannu peninsula.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Capo Mannu?
Capo Mannu works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.1m and 0.6m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Capo Mannu?
Offshore wind at Capo Mannu blows from the E (90°). Anything in the 45° to 135° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Capo Mannu?
Capo Mannu wants WNW swell (260° to 330°) between 1m and 3.5m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Capo Mannu?
The main season at Capo Mannu is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Apr, Sep. Autumn-spring mistral storms produce best waves. Flat in summer.
How do I get to Capo Mannu?
Fly into AHO, then allow about 60 minutes by road. Drive to Capo Mannu peninsula.
What kind of wave is Capo Mannu?
Capo Mannu is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, Sep
Autumn-spring mistral storms produce best waves. Flat in summer.