About This Spot
Ruegen / Altefaehr, Germany is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Germany.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With WSW–W winds, peaking from March to November, Ruegen / Altefaehr, 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 good in westerlies. Other directions are gusty.
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
Flat to choppy water. Shallow area for about 200m. Around the corner towards Ummanz you will find very flat water (Heuwiese).
Wind & Conditions
WSW · W
Best wind direction
Westerly winds with depressions. Best from fall to spring. Summer lighter. Works good in westerlies. Other directions are gusty.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy water. Shallow area for about 200m. Around the corner towards Ummanz you will find very flat water (Heuwiese).
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
📍No information to the beach
From Stralsund drive over the Ruegendam and take the first exit to the left to Altefaehr.
Location
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