About This Spot
Fehmarn / Westermakelsdorf, Germany is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Germany.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With N–SW winds, peaking from March to November, Fehmarn / Westermakelsdorf, Germany delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Westerly winds with depressions. Best from fall to spring. Summer lighter. Works best in SW and N.
When to Go
Summer is nice and warm. High season a shorty is ok, a few weeks with just shorts is possible. Usually a wetsuit is always needed. Water max 22°C in summer, normally around 15°C. Winter gets cold, but a thick wetsuit, gloves, mask and shoes make kiting almost year-round possible. Air: summer between 20-30°C, spring and fall around 15°C.
What to Expect
Depending on wind directions and strength you have flat to choppy water or waves. Best waves in SW winds. Stronger current and shore break in stronger winds. One big obstacle in the water.
Wind & Conditions
N · SW
Best wind direction
Westerly winds with depressions. Best from fall to spring. Summer lighter. Works best in SW and N.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Depending on wind directions and strength you have flat to choppy water or waves. Best waves in SW winds. Stronger current and shore break in stronger winds. One big obstacle in the water.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Get to Fehmarn and take the first exit and drive to Landkirchen, Lemkendorf and then to Petersdorf. Now drive to Schlagsdorf and follow signs to Westermakelsdorf and "Strand". Parking directly behind the dam, but cars shouldn't be higher than 2m. If your car is higher, park before it goes uphill to the left. But not really allowed.
Location
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