About This Spot
Harlingen Strand, Netherlands is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Netherlands.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With S–SSW–SW winds, peaking from January to December, Harlingen Strand, Netherlands delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
North is possible but the wind is gusty due to the big dam at the north side of this spot.
When to Go
A wetsuit is always needed. Only some weeks during a warm summer, shorts can be ridden.
What to Expect
This spot offers all kind of conditions, depending on the tides.SW upcoming is severely choppy, but with falling tide it's much better. W and NW give minor swell, clean in between small waves (up to 1/1.5m). All waves are wind-generated.
Wind & Conditions
S · SSW · SW · WSW · W · WNW · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
North is possible but the wind is gusty due to the big dam at the north side of this spot.
Best Months
Water Conditions
This spot offers all kind of conditions, depending on the tides.SW upcoming is severely choppy, but with falling tide it's much better. W and NW give minor swell, clean in between small waves (up to 1/1.5m). All waves are wind-generated.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
📍Medium walk to the beach
Just from the parking to the beach about 100m. Walk over the dam.
Location
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