EnglishExperience 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 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.
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 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 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 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.
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 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.
