Hiddensee – Vitte
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · SUP
- Best winds W, SW
- Level Beginner · Intermediate
- Water Flat water
- Best months May–Sep
About this spot
Hiddensee lies west of Rügen, is car-free and only reachable by ferry, for example from Schaprode – the largest island in the Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft national park. Vitte sits on a narrow strip between the Bodden and the open Baltic; the surf school opposite the old mill rents gear. The Bodden side on the east of the island is a superb flatwater venue that stays flat even in stronger wind – quiet sessions in a historic setting.
Tide-free Baltic and Bodden: rideable from SW to N. The Bodden side offers flat, sheltered water ideal for windsurf, SUP and practice; the open Baltic side is for advanced riders – in north-west wind and windsurfers get their money's worth, and on stormy days waves over 3 m can stand there. Is the ferry trip worth it? For peace, nature and reliable flat water: yes. Best season is May to September.
Last updated:
Location
Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, January is the windiest month: on 54 % 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 south-west. The most reliable period runs from October to February. The least wind is in April (29 %). In the warmer season (water from 15 °C), July brings the most wind days (49 %). The water ranges from about 3 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
54 %
| 16 kn | SW | 3 °C | 3 °C |
| February |
44 %
| 15 kn | W | 3 °C | 3 °C |
| March |
34 %
| 12 kn | W | 5 °C | 5 °C |
| April |
29 %
| 12 kn | W | 7 °C | 9 °C |
| May |
33 %
| 12 kn | W | 12 °C | 13 °C |
| June |
33 %
| 11 kn | W | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| July |
49 %
| 12 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
35 %
| 11 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
29 %
| 12 kn | W | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
50 %
| 14 kn | W | 12 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
43 %
| 14 kn | SW | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| December |
43 %
| 14 kn | SW | 4 °C | 6 °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
Arrive by ferry, e.g. from Schaprode; the island is car-free. Bodden side in the east for flat water, practice and SUP; the open Baltic side for advanced riders only. Rental at the surf school opposite the old mill.
⚠︎ Hazards
On the open Baltic side waves over 3 m can build in NW – advanced riders only. National park: respect protection zones and resting birds. Access and logistics by ferry only.
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 Hiddensee – Vitte suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Hiddensee – Vitte suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate (water: Flat water). There is one surf school nearby.
Which wind works at Hiddensee – Vitte?
Best with wind from W, SW. In the windiest month (January), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the south-west.
When is the best time for Hiddensee – Vitte?
The best months are considered to be May–Sep. According to the wind statistics, July has the most wind days in the warmer season (water from 15 °C, 49 %); overall January is the windiest (54 %), but the water is cold then.
How warm is the water at Hiddensee – Vitte?
Over the year about 3 °C in February to 20 °C in August (model data).
Something missing or wrong? Suggest a change
Your note goes to the editors and is not shown publicly. We only need an email address if we have questions.
Comments
No comments yet. Be the first.