Surfing in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Waves, wind and freedom

Hawaii is located on the Baltic Sea coast: So, very quickly on the next wave!

© MV-T/Roth
©© MV-T/Roth

Experience the feeling of freedom on the water: surfing in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern means surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing and stand-up paddling on the Baltic Sea coast and on the lakes. Varied surf spots, professional surf schools and a lively water sports community await you here.

The best surf spots in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Whether it's the Baltic Sea or the Lake District, you'll find the right spot for every type of surfing in MV:

  • Warnemünde (strandaufgang 13): Unique führ wave, perfect conditions for surfers.
  • Barendorf (Lübecker Bucht): Fine sandy beach, ideal in westerly winds.
  • Neuhaus (Darß peninsula): Süd westerly winds bring waves up to 3 meters high.
  • Kreptitz (Rügen): Challenge for professionals, strong surf.
  • Salzhaff/Boiensdorf: Shallow water area, particularly suitable for beginners and kiters.
  • Flessenow (Schweriner See): Large standing area, windsurfing for all levels.

 

Surfspots at the Baltic Sea and Lake District

Surfing spots in MV - Shallow water, flat water and wave spots for every wind direction

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  • Windsurfing course Baltic Sea LOOP IN group beginner course // © Plamen Solzer
    ©© Plamen Solzer

    LOOP IN - Surf & Kite School Dierhagen

    • Ernst-Moritz-Arndt-Straße, 18347 Dierhagen

    The LOOP IN kite school on the Baltic Sea offers ideal conditions for water sports enthusiasts. The exclusive spot on the Saaler Bodden stretches over an area the size of more than 100 soccer pitches. No buddy system: everyone trains with their own kite! Wing surfing, wing foiling, windsurfing and stand-up paddling are also on offer.

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  • Mecklenburger Bucht // © surflocal.de
    ©© surflocal.de

    Surfspot Warnemünde

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18119 Warnemünde

    For water sports, there is the signposted surf zone here, with perfect sideshore conditions in westerly and northeasterly winds. But the spot has cult status due to the "Ferry Wave Surfing": When every two hours a ferry from Denmark arrives in the harbor, it brings small but fine wave sets that can be ridden cleanly with SUP or longboard.

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  • Ostsee // © surflocal.de
    ©© surflocal.de

    Surfspot North Beach Cape Arkona

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18556 Putgarten

    Cape Arkona at the northernmost point of the Island of Rügen is only for the hardy. With winds of 4 Beaufort or more from northwest to east, mighty Baltic Sea waves roll against the steep coast. Rocks lurk everywhere in the water, and when the wind blows from the north, extreme windward congestion occurs.

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  • Ideale Surf- und Kitebedingungen auf der Insel Poel // © Liene Photografie Nadine Sorgenfried
    ©© Liene Photografie Nadine Sorgenfried

    Surfspot Timmendorf

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 23999 Timmendorf

    The entry area is located on the sandy beach in front of the water sports station. The spot has a 250-meter standing area and is therefore ideal for surfing beginners. You will enjoy the best conditions when the wind blows from southwest to northeast.

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  • © TV FDZ
    ©© TV FDZ

    Surfcenter Wustrow

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Fischländer Weg 1, 18347 Wustrow

    Surfcenter Wustrow

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  • Schweriner Außensee // © surflocal.de
    ©© surflocal.de

    Surfspot Flessenow (Lake Schwerin)

    • 19067 Flessenow

    In the huge standing area, windsurfers of all levels get their money's worth with south to northwest winds. And you can even find a camping site directly at the spot.

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  • Greifswalder Bodden // © surflocal.de
    ©© surflocal.de

    Surfspot Thiessow (main spot)

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18586 Thiessow

    You can park and stay overnight directly at the spot for a small fee with your van, camper or other vehicle. You can set up your equipment on the beach or on a small meadow. Best wind direction for wave fans is southwest. Then moderately high waves run into the small bay.

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  • Ostsee // © surflocal.de
    ©© surflocal.de

    Surfspot Kreptitz

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18556 Dranske

    Windsurfers are among themselves here. Kiting is prohibited. On the offshore sandbanks the waves break very cleanly and on strong wind days easily three meters high. You will have the most fun with sideshore from west-southwest. The standing area is narrow. Rocks lurk everywhere under the water surface. Therefore: experts only!

    Read more: "Surfspot Kreptitz"
  • Prorer Wiek // © surflocal.de
    ©© surflocal.de

    Surfspot New Mukran

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18546 Neu Mukran

    In Neu Mukran you can park directly in front of the beach and spend the night. Here, the waves pile up to three meters high on the offshore sandbank. Sideshore wind from the northeast provides creamy conditions. Also east is still relaxed to surf. On the somewhat rocky shore you have to expect moderate shorebreak.

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  • © MV-T/Gohlke
    ©© MV-T/Gohlke

    Surfspot Zierow

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 23968 Zierow

    Just a few kilometers west of Wismar, you'll find a shallow water spot for northwest to northeast winds in Zierow. And there is even a camping site here. Please pay attention to the designated surf zone.

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Surf schools and equipment rental

You can learn to surf in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern - whether you're a beginner or an advanced surfer. Many surf schools offer courses for surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing and SUP. You can hire the equipment directly on site.

Some surf schools at a glance:

  • Surfcenter Wustrow
  • HW-Shapes Surfshop & surf school
  • Supremesurf Beachhouse in Warnemünde
  • funMüritz water sports center
  • Kitesurfing school Pepelow
  • Surfing and kitesurfing school Usedom

Water sports schools & equipment rental

Schools for kiters, surfers, surfers and stand-up paddlers

  1. Windsurfing course Baltic Sea LOOP IN group beginner course // © Plamen Solzer
    ©© Plamen Solzer

    LOOP IN - Surf & Kite School Dierhagen

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  2. © Ostsee Kiteverein
    ©© Ostsee Kiteverein

    Baltic Sea Kite Club

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  3. Water skiing on Rügen

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  4. © TV FDZ
    ©© TV FDZ

    Surfcenter Wustrow

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  5. Vacation village and surf school Pepelow

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  6. © Wassersport Fleesensee
    ©© Wassersport Fleesensee

    Water sports Fleesensee

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  7. Kiter // © Tobi
    ©© Tobi

    Kite and surf school Rügen-Kite

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  8. Kitesurfen und Windsurfen, Ostsee, Usedom // © Schöne Freizeit
    ©© Schöne Freizeit

    Surfing and kitesurfing school Usedom

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  9. © Kiteschule Darss
    ©© Kiteschule Darss

    Kite school Darss

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  10. Kitesurfen am Flachwasserspot in Pepelow // © Kitesurfschule Pepelow
    ©© Kitesurfschule Pepelow

    Kitesurfing school Pepelow

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  11. © 3W Wassersport
    ©© 3W Wassersport

    3W Water sports

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  12. © @Henrik Schmidtbauer, darßtour
    ©© @Henrik Schmidtbauer, darßtour

    darßtour - Sea kayak tours on the Baltic Sea and Bodden

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  13. Kitemafia hall

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  14. © funMüritz Wassersportcenter
    ©© funMüritz Wassersportcenter

    funMüritz Water Sports Center

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  15. © Page Holger Brümmer
    ©© Page Holger Brümmer

    Waterski and surf school Holger Brümmer

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  16. Individuelle Betreuung in kleinen Kursgruppen // © Felix Gänsicke
    ©© Felix Gänsicke

    Supremesurf Beachhouse

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  17. kitesafe.de School & Shop // © Pohlmann Media
    ©© Pohlmann Media

    kitesafe.de - Watersports school

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  18. © Wasserski-Lift Zachun
    ©© Wasserski-Lift Zachun

    Zachun water ski lift

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  19. HW-Shapes has a versatile offer in the field of Stand-Up Paddling. From individual and group lessons to organized tours, corporate and student events, and multi-day camping tours on the SUP. More information is available here at www.sup-rostock.de. // © © Matthias Marx | HW-Shapes
    ©© © Matthias Marx | HW-Shapes

    HW-Shapes Surfshop & Surf School

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Types of surfing in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

  • Wave riding: Especially on the Baltic coast, e.g. Warnemünde
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  • Windsurfing: Standing areas and flat water, e.g. Salzhaff, Müritz.
  • Kitesurfing: Wide beaches, lots of space, e.g. Ummanz, Darß.
  • Stand Up Paddling (SUP): Calm lakes and Bodden waters, ideal for relaxed tours.

Nature conservation & rules

Pay attention to the local information on nature reserves and quiet zones. Rühricht zones and reed beds in particular are important resting places for animals. In some areas, seasonal or year-round restrictions apply to water sports.

Tips for your surfing vacation

  • Best time to visit: May to September, but there are also strong winds in the fall
  • Many spots are directly accessible by car, parking often on the beach.
  • Accommodation: surf hostels, campsites and vacation apartments close to the spots.
  • Taster courses and beginner offers are widespread
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You can find an overview of all nature reserves on the website of the National Natural Landscapes of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

Good to know

Where are the best surf spots in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

The best-known spots are Warnemünde, Barendorf, Neuhaus, Kreptitz, Salzhaff/Boiensdorf and Flessenow on Lake Schwerin.

Is it possible to learn to surf in MV as a beginner?

Yes, many surf schools offer beginner courses for surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing and SUP. The flat water areas in particular are ideal for beginners.

What types of surfing are possible in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

You can try out surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing and stand-up paddling.

Are there special rules or nature reserves for surfers?

Yes, in some areas there are restrictions to protect nature. Pay attention to local notices and inform yourself on site.

Where can I hire surfing equipment?

Many surf schools and surf stores offer equipment rental directly at the spot.

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