Windsurfing Holidays in Europe
Windsurfing Holidays in Europe
Looking for unforgettable windsurfing holidays in Europe? Windwise combines expert coaching, carefully selected destinations and fantastic windsurfing conditions to help you progress while experiencing some of Europe’s best places to sail.
From the winter wind and waves of Tenerife to the beautiful Portuguese coastline at FeelViana, the flat-water freeride conditions of Alaçatı and the unique sailing environment of Prasonisi, our European windsurfing holidays offer something for different abilities and ambitions.
Whether you’re looking for a dedicated coaching experience or simply want to take your windsurfing somewhere extraordinary, explore our windsurfing holidays, discover upcoming windsurfing holidays for 2027 or take your technique further with advanced windsurfing coaching.
Led by Simon Bornhoft and built around the Windwise Skills Training System, our UK coaching focuses on practical progression. From improving your stance, control and gybes to developing freeride, freewave and more advanced skills, Windwise helps you understand what to change and how to put it into practice.
EXPLORE OUR WINDSURFING HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS IN EUROPE
WINDSURFING HOLIDAYS IN EUROPE - WHICH DESTINATION IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
TENERIFE — WINTER ESCAPE
Tenerife is a strong choice for intermediate and advanced windsurfers looking for winter sailing, freeride conditions and opportunities to develop freewave skills.
FEELVIANA — PORTUGUESE ADVENTURE
FeelViana combines windsurfing with the atmosphere of Portugal’s Atlantic coastline and is suited to sailors looking for freeride and freewave progression.
ALAÇATI — FREERIDE PROGRESSION
Alaçatı is particularly attractive for windsurfers wanting to develop freeride technique in a dedicated coaching environment.
PRASONISI — FLAT WATER & WAVES
Prasonisi gives windsurfers access to contrasting conditions, making it an exciting destination for developing flat-water skills while having the opportunity to progress towards waves.
EXPLORE COURSES BEFORE YOUR WINDSURFING HOLIDAY IN EUROPE
Preparing before your windsurfing holiday in Europe can help you get even more from your time on the water. A Windwise course gives you the opportunity to develop your technique, improve your confidence and work on key skills before travelling. Whether you want to sharpen your gybes, improve your stance and control or develop your freeride technique, focused coaching can leave you better prepared for your windsurfing holiday in Europe.
Taking a course before your windsurfing holiday in Europe can also help identify areas of your sailing that need improvement, giving you specific techniques to practise once you’re away. With the Windwise Skills Training System and expert coaching from Simon Bornhoft, you can arrive at your destination with clear goals and make the most of every session during your windsurfing holiday in Europe.
Explore the latest Windwise courses and coaching options below and start preparing for your next windsurfing holiday in Europe.
UPCOMING WINDSURFING
Find upcoming windsurfing coaching UK and choose a course based on your ability, preferred discipline and location. Check the individual course information below for current dates, levels, prices and availability.
WHY CHOOSE WINDWISE FOR WINDSURFING Holidays in Europe?
We also run our Windsurfing Freewave and wave adventure experiences in Cornwall, Daymer Bay and Gwithian beaches are renowned for their ideal freewave conditions, making them perfect for mastering the fundamentals of wave sailing – from quick rig recovery to riding waves.
Along the South Coast, Hayling Island stands out as one of the UK’s most famous windsurfing spots. The conditions here range from flat water to small swells, ideal to accelerating your confidence and skills when freeriding. We run some of our Freeride & FoilWise courses from Hayling Island Sailing Club, where you can find a variety of water states depending on the tides.
Whether you’re refining your tacks, gybes, blasting control or venturing into waves we will have a course especially for you.
Join us as an improver or an intermediate-advanced and we’ll guide you on how to take your windsurfing to the next level with our expert courses and proven Skills Training System.
MORE THAN JUST A WINDSURFING HOLIDAY
A Windwise trip isn’t simply about travelling somewhere windy. Professional coaching and the Windwise Skills Training System are at the heart of the experience, helping you understand your technique and make genuine progress during your time away.
If improving your sailing is your main priority, explore our advanced windsurfing coaching or visit Windwise to discover the wider range of courses, clinics and coaching experiences available.
The UK’s extensive coastline provides opportunities for windsurfing across a wide range of conditions. The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) also provides information and resources for sailing and windsurfing participation across the UK.
Check the individual Windwise course listings for the current location, level and discipline before booking. Europe also offers huge variety beyond the water, with different climates, coastlines and cultures to experience between sessions. The official Visit Europe tourism portal provides further destination inspiration for travelling across Europe.
FIND YOUR NEXT EUROPEAN WINDSURFING HOLIDAY
From warm-water freeride to more challenging Atlantic and wave conditions, Windwise windsurfing holidays in Europe give you the opportunity to experience incredible destinations while developing your sailing.
Explore our upcoming trips, choose the European destination that suits your goals and make your next holiday one built around windsurfing.
If you’re considering travelling, explore our windsurfing holidays for our established international experiences, or discover the latest windsurfing holidays for 2027 to see upcoming destinations and dates.
Windsurfers looking for a particularly coaching-focused experience can also explore our windsurfing clinics for 2027, combining structured progression with carefully selected international windsurfing locations.
WINDSURFING HOLIDAYS IN EUROPE FAQs
Where are the best places for a windsurfing holiday in Europe?
The best destination depends on your ability, preferred conditions and the time of year you want to travel. Windwise European destinations include Tenerife, FeelViana in Portugal, Prasonisi in Greece and Alaçatı in Turkey, offering a range of freeride, freewave and coaching opportunities.
Where does Windwise run windsurfing holidays in Europe?
Windwise runs windsurfing holidays in Europe at carefully selected destinations including Tenerife, Portugal, Greece and Turkey. Available locations and dates vary throughout the programme, so check the current holiday listings before booking.
Are European windsurfing holidays suitable for intermediate windsurfers?
Yes. Several Windwise European experiences cater for intermediate windsurfers, although ability requirements vary by destination. Always check the stated level for an individual trip before booking.
Where can I go windsurfing in Europe during winter?
Tenerife’s El Médano is one of Windwise’s winter European destinations. The current Tenerife experience is aimed at intermediate to advanced windsurfers and combines freeride and freewave conditions.
Can I get professional coaching on a European windsurfing holiday?
Yes. Windwise combines its overseas experiences with professional coaching and the Windwise Skills Training System. Explore our windsurfing coaching holidays if progression is a major priority for your trip.
What European windsurfing holidays are available in 2027?
Windwise’s current programme includes 2027 European trips such as Tenerife, FeelViana and Alaçatı. Visit our windsurfing holidays for 2027 for the latest dates and availability.
Does Windwise offer windsurfing clinics in Europe?
Windwise runs structured coaching experiences across its international programme. Explore the latest windsurfing clinics for 2027 for current locations and dates.
How do I book a European windsurfing holiday?
Browse the available destinations and dates, check that the trip matches your ability and select the relevant booking option. You can also visit Windwise to explore the complete programme.
DEVELOP YOUR WINDSURFING WITH WINDWISE
Whether you’re working on one specific manoeuvre or looking to transform your overall sailing, Windwise offers a range of coaching experiences designed around progression. Experienced sailors can explore our advanced windsurfing coaching, while our Pro Windsurf Coaching provides expert tuition for windsurfers looking to understand their technique and make more effective use of their time on the water.
For sailors wanting to develop one of windsurfing’s most important manoeuvres, our dedicated windsurfing gybing coaching focuses on the technique, control and movements involved in developing more confident and consistent gybes.
FIND THE RIGHT WINDSURFING CLINIC
Choosing the right clinic depends on your current ability, the skills you want to improve and the conditions you want to experience. If you’re progressing beyond the basics, our guide to the best windsurfing clinic for intermediates explains what intermediate sailors should consider when choosing their next coaching experience.
More experienced windsurfers looking to focus specifically on their gybing can explore our Advanced Gybe Clinic in Tenerife. You can also discover the wider programme of windsurfing clinics for 2027 to find upcoming coaching opportunities and destinations.
WINDSURFING COACHING AT HOME AND ABROAD
You don’t necessarily need to travel overseas to start progressing your sailing. Our windsurfing coaching in the UK gives windsurfers the opportunity to work on their technique closer to home before taking those skills into different conditions around the world.
For those who want to combine travel with dedicated tuition, our windsurfing coaching holidays bring together expert coaching, time on the water and carefully selected destinations. It’s an opportunity to make your next trip about both experiencing somewhere new and becoming a better windsurfer.
PLAN YOUR NEXT WINDSURFING HOLIDAY
Explore the complete range of Windwise windsurfing holidays to discover international destinations, coaching experiences and opportunities to get more from your time on the water. If you’re planning ahead, our windsurfing holidays for 2027 bring together upcoming trips and destinations for the year ahead.
KEEP IMPROVING YOUR WINDSURFING
Progress doesn’t have to stop when a Windwise coaching session finishes. Spending time understanding technique away from the water can give you ideas to work on during your next session. Alongside Windwise coaching resources, independent windsurfing publications such as SURF Magazine’s windsurfing tips and technique guides provide further reading on technique and progression.