Fehmarn – Flügge / Flügge Lighthouse
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Wingfoil
- Best winds S, SW, W
- Level Beginner · Intermediate · Pro
- Water Chop
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
At Fehmarn's southwestern tip, around the Flügge lighthouse and the Orth roadstead, lies one of the island's friendliest flat-water venues. The standing area on the west side reaches roughly to the imaginary line between the harbour mole and the lighthouse – perfect for practising. Kiters have their own launch area on the east side, to the left at the end of the bay; because the Orth roadstead is too shallow for many windsurfers, kiters are often among themselves here.
Which wind works at Flügge? Northerly directions are best, and S/SW/W also work with a quick entry and lots of water space. In west to northwest you can ride around the Krummsteert and find good wave conditions in front of the lighthouse with the wind from the right. Rig and launch on the beach; the riding is out on the water. In more wind the flat water turns into a chop field – then it gets interesting for advanced riders too. Season is the whole windy half-year; relaxed learning sessions in summer, strong wind in spring and autumn.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, October is the windiest month: on 53 % 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 October to February. The least wind is in May (28 %). In the warmer season (water from 15 °C), July brings the most wind days (52 %). The water ranges from about 3 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
49 %
| 14 kn | SW | 4 °C | 4 °C |
| February |
45 %
| 14 kn | W | 4 °C | 3 °C |
| March |
35 %
| 11 kn | W | 5 °C | 5 °C |
| April |
33 %
| 11 kn | W | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| May |
28 %
| 11 kn | W | 12 °C | 13 °C |
| June |
32 %
| 11 kn | W | 17 °C | 17 °C |
| July |
52 %
| 12 kn | W | 19 °C | 19 °C |
| August |
31 %
| 11 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
31 %
| 12 kn | W | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
53 %
| 14 kn | W | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
49 %
| 13 kn | SW | 8 °C | 10 °C |
| December |
44 %
| 13 kn | SW | 5 °C | 7 °C |
Wind day = at least 3 hours at ≥ 12 kn in daylight (09:00–19:00 local time). Only hours with wind from S, SW, W (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
Large standing area on the west side between mole and lighthouse – great for learning. Kiters launch on the east side to the left at the end of the bay. In W/NW a wave in front of the lighthouse.
⚠︎ Hazards
In stronger wind the flat water gets choppy. Watch for swimmers and the nature protection at the Orth roadstead; around the Krummsteert mind the bottom and current.
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 Fehmarn – Flügge / Flügge Lighthouse suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Fehmarn – Flügge / Flügge Lighthouse suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate · Pro (water: Chop). There are 4 surf schools nearby.
Which wind works at Fehmarn – Flügge / Flügge Lighthouse?
Best with wind from S, SW, W. In the windiest month (October), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the west.
When is the best time for Fehmarn – Flügge / Flügge Lighthouse?
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, 52 %); overall October is the windiest (53 %), but the water is cold then.
How warm is the water at Fehmarn – Flügge / Flügge Lighthouse?
Over the year about 3 °C in February to 20 °C in August (model data).
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