Sotavento – Playa La Barca

Sotavento, also known as Playa de la Barca, boasts an expansive stretch of white sand located in the southern part of Fuerteventura. During spring and summer, the prevailing trade winds from the north grace its shores, making it a haven for enthusiasts of windsurfing, kitesurfing, and wing-foiling. Due to the island’s volcanic terrain, the Venturi effect can cause the winds to be especially strong and gusty. While the dominant north wind typically comes from a side off-shore direction, there are readily available emergency services on the beach for any unexpected challenges.

Globally recognized, Sotavento Playa Barca has been the proud host of world championships in windsurfing, kitesurfing, and, more recently, wing-foiling. For those keen to learn or rent equipment, the Rene Egli water sports center provides comprehensive offerings for all water sports activities.

Check Sotavento forecast on the Sotavento Surf Report page.