About This Spot
Gotland / Gnisvaerd, Sweden is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Sweden.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With W winds, peaking from April to October, Gotland / Gnisvaerd, Sweden delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Winds are dependent on the weather systems moving in over Europe, no predictable trades or sea breeze. Best direction is W, possible to ride from S to NW. Best from April to June and August to October, July is usually less windy.
When to Go
Water in April is 5-10°C and during the summer it gets above 20°C. Drysuit to shorty depending on the season. Off-season possible with drysuit.
What to Expect
Shallow inside the 'reef', very flat at westerly winds. Bottom is sandy with some spread out big rocks in the water further south on the beach. The spot is not very big, more than 5-7 riders and some have to move further south towards Tofta which is on the same beach.
Wind & Conditions
W
Best wind direction
Winds are dependent on the weather systems moving in over Europe, no predictable trades or sea breeze. Best direction is W, possible to ride from S to NW. Best from April to June and August to October, July is usually less windy.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Shallow inside the 'reef', very flat at westerly winds. Bottom is sandy with some spread out big rocks in the water further south on the beach. The spot is not very big, more than 5-7 riders and some have to move further south towards Tofta which is on the same beach.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Gotland is off the shore from the Swedish East coast. To Gotland by ferry or air, arrive in Visby. Drive 18km south along the coast, turn right towards Gnisvaerd. Park at the grassy parking lot just south of the Gnisvaerd harbor and walk straight out to the beach from there.
Location
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