Surfing in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Waves, wind and freedom

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

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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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  • Lots of fun "piggyback" kitesurfing // © Oceanblue Watersports

    Oceanblue Watersports

    • Am Parkplatz, 18230 Rerik

    Our greatest reward is your joy! Fast learning success on the kite, through individual support.

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  • Vitter Bodden // © surflocal.de

    Surfspot Hiddensee

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18565 Insel Hiddensee

    The car-free island of Hiddensee is an adventure playground for wave experts, especially with winds from the southwest to the north. In front of the natural beach, almost big waves start up for Baltic Sea conditions - in strong northwest winds, the green rollers build up to three meters.

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  • Water sports center Zingst

    • Müggenburger Weg, 18374 Ostseeheilbad Zingst

    We are a team of individual surfers who have made their lifestyle their profession. We show you our passion kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing and sailing and infect you with the surf virus - since 1999.

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  • Zingst surf spot

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Strandübergang, 18374 Zingst

    The water sports zone in Zingst is located at beach entrance 6. The spot works perfectly with west and east. Then you can surf relaxed in sideshore conditions between the narrow groynes out into the Baltic Sea waves.

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  • Baltic Sea // © surflocal.de

    Surfspot Baabe

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18586 Baabe

    Baabe is a top location with easterly wind directions. The waves break cleanly on the sandbank and run onto the beach with a moderate shorebreak. In high season, you are not allowed to go on the water in the bathing zone marked with buoys.

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  • Surfspot Ückeritz

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 17459 Ückeritz

    Shallow water lovers will find dreamlike conditions in Ückeritz because of its sheltered location. With a 250-meter wide standing area, the spot is also perfect for beginners. You can rent equipment at the water sports school - and take a warm shower. South to northwest works best, then the wind has a free course.

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  • Surfspot Grabow

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18574 Grabow

    The optimal wind direction for the wave spot is east. Then small, steep ramps build up on the numerous sandbanks, which are nice to ride down.

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  • Ideal surfing and kite conditions on the island of Poel // © 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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  • Breitling // © surflocal.de

    Surfspot Stuthof

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18146 Stuthof

    On the eastern shore of the Breitling, you will find a small but fine shallow water area and a water sports school when the wind blows from the southwest to the northwest. And it's only a 20-minute drive from Rostock.

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  • Mecklenburger Bucht // © 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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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. © Page Holger Brümmer

    Waterski and surf school Holger Brümmer

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  2. Kiter // © Tobi

    Kite and surf school Rügen-Kite

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  3. Windsurfkurs Ostsee LOOP IN Gruppen Anfängerkurs // © Plamen Solzer

    LOOP IN - Surf & Kite School Dierhagen

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

    Kitesurfing school Pepelow

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  5. kitesafe.de Schule & Shop // © Pohlmann Media

    kitesafe.de - Watersports school

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  6. © funMüritz Wassersportcenter

    funMüritz Water Sports Center

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  7. © Kiteschule Darss

    Kite school Darss

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  8. Water sports Fleesensee

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  9. HW-Shapes hat ein vielseitiges Angebot im Bereich Stand-Up Paddling. Von Einzel- und Gruppenkursen über organisierte Touren, Firmen- und Schülerevents bis hin zu mehrtätigen Camping Touren auf dem SUP. Weitere Informationen gibt es hier unter www.sup-rostock.de. // © © Matthias Marx | HW-Shapes

    HW-Shapes Surfshop & Surf School

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    Surfcenter Wustrow

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  11. © Kitemafia Saal

    Kitemafia hall

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  12. Zachun water ski lift

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

    Supremesurf Beachhouse

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  14. Vacation village and surf school Pepelow

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  15. © Ostsee Kiteverein

    Baltic Sea Kite Club

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  16. Surfing and kitesurfing school Usedom

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  17. Water skiing on Rügen

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  18. © @Henrik Schmidtbauer, darßtour

    darßtour - Sea kayak tours on the Baltic Sea and Bodden

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  19. © 3W Wassersport

    3W Water sports

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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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