About This Spot
Terschelling / Groene 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 water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With SW–WSW–W winds, peaking from June to August, Terschelling / Groene Strand, Netherlands delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best in W and SW winds, mainly from fall to spring. Ridable in W, SW, S, SE and E. Most of the times 5-10 knts more than the mainland.
When to Go
Spring: air 14°C, water 12°C. Summer: air 20°C, water 16°C. Fall: air 12°C, water 12°C. Winter: air 4°C, water 8°C. Season is year round in principal, but May to October is the best. Wetsuit is necessary, especially in spring and autumn. Winter can be really cold. In summer a shorty is sufficient.
What to Expect
Flat to choppy water. Big area with shallow water, dry at low tide. Best ridable 3 hours before high tide until 3 hours after high tide.
Wind & Conditions
SW · WSW · W
Best wind direction
Best in W and SW winds, mainly from fall to spring. Ridable in W, SW, S, SE and E. Most of the times 5-10 knts more than the mainland.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy water. Big area with shallow water, dry at low tide. Best ridable 3 hours before high tide until 3 hours after high tide.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
A31 from Leeuwarden west to Harlingen. Here take a boat to Terschelling. To the west of West-Terschelling you will find the Groene Strand.
Location
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