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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  • Surfspot Karlshagen

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 17449 Karlshagen

    With crisp winds from the north to southeast, Karlshagen provides an endorphin flood for wave fans. However, since the fine sandy beach and clear Baltic water also make bathers happy, you'll have to pay attention to the swimming area during the high season.

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  • Greifswalder Bodden // © 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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  • kitesafe.de Schule & Shop // © Pohlmann Media

    kitesafe.de - Watersports school

    • Open today
    • Am Strandweg, 17509 Loissin

    kitesafe.de offers professional kitesurfing, wingfoil & SUP courses in Loissin on the Greifswalder Bodden. Ideal for beginners & advanced - with IKO/VDWS/IWO-certified instructors, top equipment & radio support for quick learning success.

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  • © Marie Kohlen

    DeafVentures

    • Suhrendorf, 18569 Ummanz

    DeafVentures offers you kitesurfing courses that are adapted to your needs. The team includes two deaf kitesurfing instructors, a sign language interpreter and a hearing kitesurfing instructor who also diligently learns DGS!

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  • Wieker Bodden // © surflocal.de

    Surfspot Dranske

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18556 Dranske

    The main spot is located in the middle of the town on the Wieker Bodden - protected from the open Baltic Sea. You can set up and launch on a large meadow. In front of it, there is a large shallow water area with a 200-meter wide standing area. A little insider tip: With east and west winds, you can enjoy the jet effect.

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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. © Kitemafia Saal

    Kitemafia hall

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  2. 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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  3. © funMüritz Wassersportcenter

    funMüritz Water Sports Center

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

    Surfing and kitesurfing school Usedom

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  5. Kiter // © Tobi

    Kite and surf school Rügen-Kite

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    Surfcenter Wustrow

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

    LOOP IN - Surf & Kite School Dierhagen

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  8. © @Henrik Schmidtbauer, darßtour

    darßtour - Sea kayak tours on the Baltic Sea and Bodden

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  9. © Ostsee Kiteverein

    Baltic Sea Kite Club

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  10. © 3W Wassersport

    3W Water sports

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  11. Vacation village and surf school Pepelow

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  12. © Kiteschule Darss

    Kite school Darss

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  13. Kitesurfing at the shallow water spot in Pepelow // © Kitesurfschule Pepelow

    Kitesurfing school Pepelow

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  14. Zachun water ski lift

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    Water sports Fleesensee

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  16. Water skiing on Rügen

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  17. © Page Holger Brümmer

    Waterski and surf school Holger Brümmer

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  18. Individual support in small course groups // © Felix Gänsicke

    Supremesurf Beachhouse

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

    kitesafe.de - Watersports 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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