Cospudener See
Germany · Windsurf · Wingfoil · SUP
- Best winds W, SW
- Level Beginner
- Water Flat water
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
The Cospudener See in Leipzig's New Lakeland lies near Markkleeberg, about 10 km from Leipzig city centre, some 3.5 km long and 1.5 km wide. The flat mining landscape and the freshly formed, sparsely wooded shore give the wind almost no obstacles: it unfolds freely from southwest to northwest across the surface and runs in steadily at the spot. Which wind is best on the Cospudener See? West to southwest conditions are the reliable ones. The shallow, city-close area is beginner-friendly and the region's hotspot with the most surfers. From April to October the Surfcenter Leipzig runs courses for windsurf, wing, wing foiling, SUP and catamaran with VDWS basic licence, plus rental, surf shop, food and infrastructure right at the harbour. Good for beginners, freeriders, wingfoilers and the SUP boom.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, January is the windiest month: on 21 % of days the wind blows at 12 knots or more from a direction that works at this spot for at least three daytime hours. It then mostly blows from the west. The most reliable period runs from January to February. The least wind is in June (6 %). In the warmer season (water from 15 °C), July brings the most wind days (11 %).
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
21 %
| 8 kn | W | 3 °C |
| February |
21 %
| 8 kn | W | 5 °C |
| March |
12 %
| 7 kn | SW | 8 °C |
| April |
13 %
| 7 kn | W | 12 °C |
| May |
8 %
| 7 kn | W | 17 °C |
| June |
6 %
| 6 kn | W | 22 °C |
| July |
11 %
| 7 kn | W | 23 °C |
| August |
8 %
| 6 kn | W | 23 °C |
| September |
6 %
| 6 kn | W | 19 °C |
| October |
15 %
| 7 kn | W | 14 °C |
| November |
9 %
| 7 kn | W | 7 °C |
| December |
11 %
| 7 kn | SW | 4 °C |
Wind day = at least 3 hours at ≥ 12 kn in daylight (09:00–19:00 local time). Only hours with wind from W, SW (usable according to the spot info) are counted. Model data (ECMWF IFS, approx. 9 km grid) – local venturi and thermal effects can be stronger. Weather data: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0)
Insider tips
Surfcenter Leipzig at the harbour: courses (windsurf, wing, wing foiling, SUP, cat) with VDWS basic licence and rental, April to October. Best direction west to southwest across the open surface.
⚠︎ Hazards
A young open-pit lake with deep, cool water – wetsuit recommended. With offshore wind keep your distance from open water; mind swimming and boating zones.
All information without guarantee. Please check locally whether kiting, windsurfing, winging or surfing is currently allowed here – protected areas, swimming zones and seasonal closures change. You go on the water at your own risk.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cospudener See suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Cospudener See suits these levels: Beginner (water: Flat water). There is one surf school nearby.
Which wind works at Cospudener See?
Best with wind from W, SW. In the windiest month (January), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the west.
When is the best time for Cospudener See?
The best months are considered to be Apr–Oct. According to the wind statistics, July has the most wind days in the warmer season (water from 15 °C, 11 %); overall January is the windiest (21 %), but the water is cold then.
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