Kitesurfing La Tejita
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Wind & Conditions
Wide sandy beach west of the Montaña Roja volcanic cone near El Médano; very spacious with consistent NE trade wind side-onshore on the SW-facing shore. NE wind is partially blocked behind Punta Roja — flatter water than El Médano main beach. Suitable for all levels; popular for beginners who need more space.
About La Tejita
Los Abrigos is a small fishing village in Granadilla de Abona, Tenerife. It has a small harbour, which developers want to expand.
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Best Season
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at La Tejita.
World Ranking
RegionalNot globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
Facilities & Services
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn
- Alta Marea Restaurant
- Asian food Restaurant
- Bombay Babu Restaurant
- Jonny Russo Restaurant
- Mala Uva Restaurant
- Restaurante Montaña Roja Restaurant
- Chiringuito Pirata Bar / Café
- Flashpoint Bar / Café
- La rue Bar / Café
- La Tasquita de la Tejita Bar / Café
- Rock n Hope Bar / Café
- Salvaje Bar / Café
- Camping Montaña Roja Local business
- Hotel Playa Sur Tenerife Local business
- Los Amigos Hostel Local business
Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors
When is the best time to kitesurf at La Tejita?
Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at La Tejita — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Is La Tejita suitable for beginner kiters?
Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.
What wind direction works at La Tejita?
Wide sandy beach west of the Montaña Roja volcanic cone near El Médano; very ... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
What kite size do you need at La Tejita?
La Tejita delivers consistent wind, so most riders use a 9–12m kite under typical conditions. Exact size depends on your weight and the day's strength. Breeza calculates the right kite for your specific setup and gives you a rideability verdict before you head out.
Is it safe to kitesurf at La Tejita?
Safety at La Tejita depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.
See if La Tejita is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.
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You've already got wind data — the hard part is knowing what it means for you. Most kiters end up checking two, three, four apps and still asking: can I actually go? Breeza was built by a kiter who had the same problem. Feed it your gear, weight and level and it tells you if La Tejita is rideable right now. The answer, not the tabs.
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