Fehmarn / Suedstrand, Germany

• Ocean
• Choppy

• Choppy ocean conditions and strong currents typical of the Baltic Sea
• Shallow water areas and sandbars requiring careful navigation
• Occasional shipping traffic in nearby waters
• Cold water temperatures, especially in winter months

• Beach facilities and restaurants along Südstrand
• Kite schools and rental shops catering to local kitesurfers
• Parking areas near the beach access points
• Nearby accommodations in Fehmarn town

Fehmarn offers consistent wind with 197 windy days annually, making it reliable for progression and freestyle. Plan visits for peak months (Oct, Jan, Mar) when winds are strongest and most stable.

Launch from the sandy beach with easy water entry; favorable when winds come from W, WNW, or SW directions. Watch for choppy conditions that build throughout the day.

Respect other water users and maintain safe distances from swimmers and sailors. Follow local beach regulations and yield to established kiters during peak wind conditions.

Wear a 5/3mm wetsuit during winter months (Oct-Mar) and a 3/2mm suit in summer; water temperatures range from 4°C in winter to 17°C in summer. Booties recommended year-round for rocky areas.

In the water

4/3 mm full wetsuit with boots.

On land

Insulated jacket and beanie — layer up.

Derived from the spot's latitude (cold-temperate zone) and current season.

1. 1Rider entering the water has right of way over riders coming in.
2. 2Upwind rider gives way — keep your kite high when passing downwind riders low.
3. 3Starboard tack (right hand forward) has priority when crossing.
4. 4Overtaking rider keeps clear of the slower rider's line.
5. 5Wave riding: the rider on the wave owns it — don't drop in.