About This Spot
Terschelling / West aan Zee, Netherlands is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Netherlands.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With N–NNE–NE winds, peaking from April to November, Terschelling / West aan Zee, Netherlands delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best in Westerly depressions. Best winds from fall to spring.
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
The usual North Sea conditions and waves. Waves can be the best in Holland due to the islands beach position to the North Sea.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · NE · ENE · WNW · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
Best in Westerly depressions. Best winds from fall to spring.
Best Months
Water Conditions
The usual North Sea conditions and waves. Waves can be the best in Holland due to the islands beach position to the North Sea.
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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. Here get to the NW of the island and find West aan Zee.
Location
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