Fehmarn – Südstrand Gold
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Wingfoil · SUP
- Best winds S, SW, W
- Level Beginner · Intermediate
- Water Chop
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
Gold sits on the south side of Fehmarn and is essentially a large standing-water area: the water rarely gets deeper than about 1.5 metres, the bottom is sandy and the entry is shallow. That makes the spot especially beginner- and family-friendly and popular with wingfoilers too. Gold works best in westerly wind – SW blows sideshore from the left, and in NW you can ride toward Lemkenhafen. From around 20 knots a small wave up to roughly one metre builds, ideal for safely practising first jumps. Only pure east wind is offshore, sheltered and gusty.
When is the best time to visit? The windy season runs April to October. There is room to rig and launch on the beach, with a designated kite zone in the standing area to the right of the entry.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, July is the windiest month: on 45 % 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 least wind is in May (23 %). The water ranges from about 4 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
40 %
| 12 kn | W | 4 °C | 4 °C |
| February |
38 %
| 12 kn | W | 4 °C | 4 °C |
| March |
29 %
| 10 kn | W | 6 °C | 5 °C |
| April |
29 %
| 11 kn | W | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| May |
23 %
| 10 kn | W | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| June |
28 %
| 10 kn | W | 17 °C | 17 °C |
| July |
45 %
| 11 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
28 %
| 10 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
27 %
| 10 kn | W | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
43 %
| 12 kn | W | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
34 %
| 11 kn | SW | 8 °C | 10 °C |
| December |
35 %
| 11 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
Best set-up in W/SW – sideshore with the full standing area in play. Pure east wind is offshore, gusty and sheltered – then take safety-boat cover or another spot. The designated kite zone is in the standing area to the right of the entry.
⚠︎ Hazards
In offshore east wind it is gusty and sheltered – safety-boat cover recommended. In strong wind from 20 knots a wave builds and the standing area gets choppier.
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.
Nearby surf schools
Frequently asked questions
Is Fehmarn – Südstrand Gold suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Fehmarn – Südstrand Gold suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate (water: Chop). There are 4 surf schools nearby.
Which wind works at Fehmarn – Südstrand Gold?
Best with wind from S, SW, W. In the windiest month (July), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the west.
When is the best time for Fehmarn – Südstrand Gold?
The best months are considered to be Apr–Oct. According to the wind statistics, July has the most wind days (45 % of days).
How warm is the water at Fehmarn – Südstrand Gold?
Over the year about 4 °C in February to 20 °C in August (model data).
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