Compare destinationsExperience the kitesurf paradise in Sicily exclusively with KiteWorldWide and the experienced Primesurf team! Constant wind and a huge flat-water lagoon offer ideal conditions to learn kitesurfing and wing foiling, or to practice new tricks and boost your skills. As a little highlight after a successful kite day, enjoy pizza together and breathtaking sunsets right at the spot!
Two wind systems in Sicily, Mistral and Scirocco, together with thermal breezes, deliver an above-average wind yield.
Enjoy kiting and winging on one of Europe’s largest flat-water lagoons. At the northeastern end of the lagoon you’ll find Santa Maria and our kite area, where both wind directions are rideable. Knee- to waist-deep throughout—that’s Lo Stagnone in Marsala!
We have everything you need for a relaxed kite holiday, including a large area for setting up, launching and landing, showers, storage, and a restaurant.
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Kitesurfing in Marsala / Lo Stagnone on Sicily in Italy
- Huge shallow flat water lagoon
- Intensive training for kiters at all levels
- Supervised kiting 6 days a week – not limited in time
- Huge material pool with the latest kite equipment, provided by Primesurf
- Licensed Kiteteachers by Primesurf
- Only 3 hours away (flying from north-west Europe)
- High wind probability
One of the biggest flat water lagoons in Europe. The lagoon offers flat water, knee to waist deep throughout, this is Lo Stagnone from Marsala! There are two different wind systems, both suitable for kiting – and one of them is always on!
At the north-eastern end of the lagoon you’ll find the town of Santa Maria and the kite area. At this point, both wind directions are kiteable. A complete kitesurf infrastructure, consisting of a wide green area for setting up the equipment, launch and landing area, showers, storage and a restaurant. Everything is covered with the Kitepass, which is included in all KiteWorldWide packages.
Due to the shallow lagoon, you’ll always have perfect flat water. Only in the very middle of the lagoon, the conditions might get slightly choppy.
The lagoon is HUGE, so you can be sure to always find enough space for practicing your first meters on the board or new freestyle moves.
There’s a special case about Sicily. Wearing a helmet & impact vest is compulsory at the lagoon of Lo Stagnone since 2019. In addition, children are only allowed to take part in kite courses from the age of 14, which was also enforced by the Italian Coast Guard in 2019.
Kitesurfing and wingfoiling in Marsala / Lo Stagnone, Sicily, Italy
- Large, shallow lagoon: perfect for all levels
- Intensive Primesurf training for all levels, six days a week
- Huge gear pool with the latest equipment, provided by Primesurf
- On-site VDWS-licensed Primesurf trainer team
- Only a three-hour flight away
- Very reliable wind
One of Europe’s largest flat-water lagoons—knee- to hip-deep almost everywhere: that’s Lo Stagnone in Marsala. Two different wind systems, both directions rideable in the lagoon—and one is almost always on.
At the northeast end of the lagoon you’ll find Santa Maria and the Kiter meadow. Here both wind directions are rideable and you can rely on infrastructure like a rigging lawn, launch and landing area, showers, storage, restaurant, etc. The required kite pass is of course included in the event package.
Thanks to the shallow lagoon, the water stays flat. Only in the middle of the lagoon will you find small chop.
As the lagoon is truly huge, you’ll almost always find plenty of space—no matter how many kiters are out.
There’s a special rule in Sicily: wearing a helmet and impact vest has been mandatory at Lo Stagnone since 2019. In addition, children may only take part in kite courses from age 14—also enforced by the Italian coast guard since 2019.
Kitecenter & Services Included
Kitecenter
For the kitesurfing coaching, we are cooperating with the most experienced kitesurfing school in Sicily. We supply the VDWS/IKO licensed instructors and the huge material pool. Our partner school supplies the infrastructure including the launching area, showers and the knowledge of the local conditions.
Services
- 6 days intensive coaching
- 4-6 participants per group
- 4-6 h daily
- Professional supervision and coaching from VDWS licensed instructors
- Lessons in theory, kite gear & self rescue
- Kite gear pool with the latest kites and boards from leading producers
- Including wetsuit and seat harness
- Evening activities together with other event participants
- Weekly dinner with the Primesurf Team and the KiteWorldWide Team
- Event goodie
Kite center & services
KITECENTER
For kitesurf and wingfoil lessons, we’ve partnered with Sicily’s oldest kite school. We provide the gear, German-speaking VDWS / IKO licensed instructors, and a large equipment pool. Our partner school provides the infrastructure incl. rigging lawn, showers, etc., and of course local knowledge.
SERVICES
- Six-day intensive group course
- 4–6 participants per group
- Daily 4–6 h
- Professional supervision by a VDWS-licensed trainer
- Theory, equipment training & self-rescue
- Premium training gear from Duotone and Core Kiteboarding
- Wetsuit and seat harness included
- Shared evening activities
- Weekly dinner with Primesurf and the KiteWorldWide team
- Event goodie
Accommodation: KiteWorldWide Casa Sicilia
Our KiteWorldWide Casa Sicilia in Lo Stagnone was completed two year ago.
The kite house does not only offer a modern, bright furnishing and a large garden. The KiteWorldWide Casa Sicilia is also a Kite-Community House, exclusively for KiteWorldWide guests and Primesurf participants in Lo Stagnone.
Everything is provided for a cosy get-together and the physical well-being. The extensive breakfast buffet is included for all our guests. And the evenings can be topped off wonderfully with a delicious barbecue in the BBQ area.
In the KiteWorldWide Casa Sicilia Lo Stagnone there are four rooms without a kitchen and two apartments with a kitchen. All are equipped with a double bed, private terrace, bathroom, air conditioning and a parking space. Plus, there is a sleeping couch in every room for an extra person.
In addition, there is a fast and stable internet connection in case someone wants to check their messages or stream a movie. For all those who want to explore the surroundings on their own, there are bicycles to rent directly on site.
Accommodation: KiteWorldWide Casa Sicilia
Our KiteWorldWide Casa Sicilia in Lo Stagnone was completed two years ago. The kite house impresses with its modern, bright design and large garden. Casa Sicilia is also a kite community house, exclusively for KiteWorldWide guests and Primesurf event participants in Lo Stagnone. Cozy get-togethers and great food are well taken care of. A generous breakfast buffet is included for all our guests. Evenings are perfect for a tasty barbecue in the grill corner.
KiteWorldWide Casa Sicilia offers four Cosy Rooms without kitchen and two Cosy Apartments with kitchen. All feature a double bed, private terrace, bathroom, air conditioning, and a parking space. Some rooms also have a sofa bed. So if three of you are traveling and want to share a Cosy Room or Apartment, that’s no problem.
Fast, stable internet is provided for checking messages or streaming a movie. For those who want to explore on their own, bikes are available to rent on-site. The kite house isn’t directly at the spot, but it’s very quiet beside vineyards.
Accommodation: Hotel Santa Maria
The beautiful and modern Santa Maria Beach hotel opened its doors in April 2015.
It is located right behind the kite apartments, only 80 metres away from the kite spot. All rooms have an amazing view over the lagoon, you have a full perspective over the kite spot! One glance, and you will have an idea of what the day on the water will be like.
The Santa Maria hotel is modern in its design and has a high standard compared to all other hotels on the lagoon. Huge plus: it is the only hotel at the spot with its own pool.
All rooms are equipped with King Size Beds, or up to 3 single beds, bath with modern warm-water showers, a flat screen TV and a balcony to relax and enjoy the view over the whole lagoon. Especially at sunset, this view is truly amazing.
A delicious continental breakfast is included. Also, there are receptionists at your side throughout the day – which is quite outstanding for Italy. The Santa Maria Hotel can say with pride, that it is one of the hotels with the highest standards in Lo Stagnone.
Due to the short distance to the spot, you can easily enjoy your lunch on your own balcony or relax in the pool between your sessions.
Accommodation: Hotel Santa Maria
The Santa Maria Hotel was built in 2015 and sits just behind the Kite Apartments, only 80 m from the spot. Rooms overlook the lagoon, so you’ll be the first to know when it’s windy.
The hotel and rooms offer modern design and an upscale standard.
All rooms come with king-size double beds or up to three single beds. Of course, you have a private bathroom with a modern hot-water shower, a flat TV, plus a small balcony with views over the stunning lagoon. The sunsets are a special highlight.
The generous breakfast is always included.
Thanks to the proximity to the spot, you can easily spend your kite lunch break on your own balcony.
Accommodation: Santa Maria Residence
The Santa Maria Residence apartments offer a perfect and unique location, as they are right on the spot.
There is no closer accommodation here! The apartments have been renovated a few years ago and are equipped with everything that you may need. For families or groups who put an extra focus on individuality and flexibility, they are the first choice!
All apartments consist of their own modern bathroom with warm-water shower, a living room with two single beds and a fully equipped kitchen as well as one bedroom. T
hey are suitable for 2-4 persons. Breakfast can be booked as an optional extra at the hotel next door.
Accommodation: Santa Maria Residence
The Santa Maria Residence apartments stand out for their unbeatable location, right on the first row at the lagoon. The apartments are clean, newly furnished, and offer a basic standard. Renovated in 2017, they’re a great choice for families and groups of friends who want to stay directly at the spot.
All apartments feature a private bathroom with hot-water shower, a living room with two single beds and fully equipped kitchen, plus one bedroom. They accommodate up to four people.
Breakfast (in the hotel next door) can be booked as an option.
Visit Mozia and Egadi Islands
Egadi
Egadi islands are pearls of rare beauty: Favignana, Levanzo and Marettimo. Favignana is the most famous and easy to reach. You can reach this piece of paradise with a short ride by hydrofoil from Trapani and Marsala’s ports at the cost of about 15 euro p.p / each way.
You can choose to book a day trip to one or two of the islands with lunch on board at a cost of about 50 euro per Person. Furthermore, you can also stay overnight, this will give you enough time to explore the island by scooter.
Visit Motya (Mozia) Island and the Salt Museum
The island of Mozia was an ancient Phoenician city that still shows its visitors the beauty of this ancient population. Streets, temples, mosaics and a small museum to visit with a walk of about 1.5 h. Leave the car at “Imbarcadero” and buy a ticket for the transfer to the island by boat.
Near the boarding point for the island of Mozia, you’ll also find the salt museum. Where you can see the ancient salt pans in operation, you can also buy the delicious organic salt from the lagoon to take home with you.
Archeological Site
Sicily was the cradle of the ancient Mediterranean civilizations. A short distance from the Lagoon you will find pieces of ancient Greek Temples, theatres, as well as breathtaking views not to be missed. The most important archaeological sites: Segesta (1h), Selinunte (1h) Agrigento (2h) temples valley & stair of the Turks.
Sicily excursion highlights
Egadi Islands
The Egadi Islands are always worth a trip. They consist of Favignana, Levanzo, and Marettimo. Favignana is the most popular and easiest to reach.
There are various routes and excursion packages. Boats depart from the ports of Trapani and Marsala and cost about €15 per way. Day trips visiting two islands with lunch on board are around €50.
Also recommended: an overnight stay on one of the islands for enough time to explore at your own pace by scooter (€15 per day). There’s accommodation for every budget.
Expect a paradise setting and true island vibes!
Motya Island and the Salt Museum
Mozia Island is an ancient Phoenician city that still reveals the beauty of its historic setting. Discover old lanes, temples, mosaics, and small museums. Simply park the car or scooter at the “Imbarcadero” and take the boat to the island.
Near the Mozia departure point you’ll also find the Salt Museum. See traditional salt production and buy delicious organic salts from the lagoon—assuming you haven’t already had enough of it during the day…
Other sports & adventure
Downhill Mountain biking
The kite school also runs its own down hill track in the nearby mountains. Just take the lift up the hill. You’ll find an exciting downhill track, with several levels of difficulty and a breathtaking view of the Lagoon.
Gastronomy & Restaurants
As we all know eating well in Italy is a tradition. We can confirm that the gastronomy in Sicily amazes even the Italians for the quality of the food and the unique flavours that can be found. Fresh fish, vegetables, meat and delicious cake and desserts.
Some tips for restaurants in the proximity of your accommodation: Bar Saro, Lidia, The Lumie (20 min), Gallo e l’innamorato (15 min), Da Pino (15 min).
Other sports and activities
Downhill mountain biking
Take the gondola up into Sicily’s mountains, then blast down the kite school’s mountain bike track. Along with plenty of adrenaline, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking lagoon views. There are different tracks for different skill levels. If interested, just ask at the kite school—they’ll explain everything else.
Jogging
The beaches and cliffs along the lagoon offer perfect running routes amid stunning nature.
Restaurants and bars
As we all know, great food is an Italian tradition. But Sicilian cuisine even impresses Italians. Fresh fish, vegetables, meat, plus delicious cakes and desserts are a definite must-try! Recommended nearby restaurants (5–20 minutes by car): Bar Saro, Lidia, The Lumie, Gallo e l’innamorato, and Da Pino.
General information
In Sicily, the Euro € is the official currency.
All EU citizens do not require a visa.
All other nationalities should check with there local embassy
Palermo airport is about 1 hour away from the spot and accommodation.
For the transfer from/to Palermo airport there is an extra charge of 200€ per car, i.e. 100€ each way.
The transfer from/to Trapani airport is 30€ per car, so 15€ one way.
An alternative to the airport transfer is a rental car (we are happy to assist you in this matter).
Depending on your choice of accommodation, a hearty breakfast will be included.
In the close surroundings the accommodations you will find many great cafes, bars and restaurants.
One of the biggest flat water lagoons in Europe. Throughout lagoon, knee to waist deep water. That is Lo Stagnone from Marsala! Two different wind systems, both suitable for kiting – and one almost always works.
A complete kitesurf infrastructure is present, consisting of a wide green space for setting up the equipment, launch and landing area, showers, storage and a restaurant. Everything is covered with the Kitepass, which is included in all KiteWorldWide packages.
