About This Spot
Saaler Bodden / Saal, 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 beginners and experienced riders alike.
With W–WNW–NW winds, peaking from March to November, Saaler Bodden / Saal, 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 only in W and NW. North and south gusty, but better outside on the water.
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. The water heats up quickly and is always warmer than the ocean.
What to Expect
Flat to choppy water. Big shallow area.
Wind & Conditions
W · WNW · NW
Best wind direction
Westerly winds with depressions. Best from fall to spring. Summer lighter. Works only in W and NW. North and south gusty, but better outside on the water.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy water. Big shallow area.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Rostock drive towards Stralsund and get onto B105. Pass Ribnitz-Damgarten and turn left after crossing the river Recknitz towards Saal. In Saal get onto 'Lange Strasse' and turn left onto 'Am Bodden'. Follow the way to the water and park at the meadow.
Location
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