About This Spot
Ijsselmeer / Stavoren, Netherlands is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Netherlands.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With SE–SSE–S winds throughout the season, Ijsselmeer / Stavoren, Netherlands delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Frontal driven winds, mainly westerlies.
When to Go
Air: May to August about 15-30°C, September to April: 0-15°C. Water: May to August fine (a shorty will do), from September to April you need a wetsuit, in December/January it can get cold (around 0°C). January to August unpredictable, can be anything. September to December usually cloudy/rainy weather though in this period, especially when there's wind.
What to Expect
Flat to choppy water.
Wind & Conditions
SE · SSE · S · SSW · SW · WSW · W · WNW
Best wind direction
Frontal driven winds, mainly westerlies.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy water.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Bolsward south on N359 and in Koudum follow signs to Stavoren. Watch out for speed limits!
Location
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