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Kitesurfing Zarzis Kite

Médenine, Tunisia

Wind & Conditions

Kite spot at Zarzis, southern Tunisia near the Libyan border, 70 km SE of Djerba. E/NE-facing coast in the Gulf of Gabès. SE and NE winds (SE predominant in summer; NE in shoulder season). Flat water, shallow Gulf — forgiving for beginners. Part of the Djerba-Zarzis tourist zone; kite schools operate seasonally. Warm water year-round.

About Zarzis Kite

Zarzis, also known as Jarjis, is a coastal commune (municipality) in southeastern Tunisia, former bishopric and Latin Catholic titular see under its ancient name Gergis.

Best Season

Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Zarzis Kite.

World Ranking

Regional

Not globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.

Location

Zarzis Kite, Médenine, Tunisia, Tunisia

Lat: 33.505, Lon: 11.11

Facilities & Services

What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:

Restaurant Bar / Café Parking

Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn

  • Lamma Food Restaurant
  • Le Mistral Restaurant
  • Le pecheur Restaurant
  • Le pêcheur Restaurant
  • Restaurant Le petite vague Restaurant
  • Cactus Bar / Café
  • Café El Margoum Bar / Café
  • Café Gourmand Bar / Café
  • Café Rbat El Halfawin Bar / Café
  • Café Riadh Bar / Café
  • Mazar Bar / Café

Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors

When is the best time to kitesurf at Zarzis Kite?

Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Zarzis Kite — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.

Is Zarzis Kite 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 Zarzis Kite?

Kite spot at Zarzis, southern Tunisia near the Libyan border, 70 km SE of Dje... 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 Zarzis Kite?

Zarzis Kite 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 Zarzis Kite?

Safety at Zarzis Kite 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 Zarzis Kite is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.

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