Levanto
Levanto is where the famous Cinque Terre coastline meets the improbable world of Mediterranean surf culture. This small beach town catches rare winter swells from Ligurian Sea storms and transforms into Italy's most scenic surf spot when conditions align. The waves are inconsistent and fickle, but the setting—dramatic cliffs, colorful villages, world-class Italian food—makes the wait worthwhile. Combine a surf check with hiking the Cinque Terre trails, and you've found the ultimate Mediterranean adventure.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- WSW (240°)
- Direction range
- 210° - 280°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.8m
- Ideal size
- 2.3m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNE (20°)
- Offshore range
- 350° - 60°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
14°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: Beach access in tourist town. Near Cinque Terre.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Levanto?
Levanto handles all stages of the tide, so time your session around the wind instead. The live chart above shows the next few days.
What wind direction is offshore at Levanto?
Offshore wind at Levanto blows from the NNE (20°). Anything in the 350° to 60° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Levanto?
Levanto wants WSW swell (210° to 280°) between 1.2m and 2.8m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Levanto?
The main season at Levanto is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb. A secondary window runs Oct, Mar. Winter only. Cinque Terre proximity adds appeal.
How do I get to Levanto?
Fly into GOA, then allow about 90 minutes by road. Beach access in tourist town. Near Cinque Terre.
What kind of wave is Levanto?
Levanto is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Secondary: Oct, Mar
Winter only. Cinque Terre proximity adds appeal.