Markgrafenheide
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · SUP
- Best winds N, NW, NE
- Level Beginner · Intermediate
- Water Chop
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
Markgrafenheide lies east of Warnemünde right on the Rostock Heath – a home spot for Rostock riders, around 30 minutes by car from the centre. Long sandy beach, pine forest behind, hardly any buildings: a nature-oriented Baltic spot. The water ranges from chop to a small wave depending on wind. When southwest wind pushes everything onshore at the Warnemünde town beach, Markgrafenheide to the northeast is the good alternative.
Which wind works at Markgrafenheide? It runs well in N, NNE, NE, plus WSW, W, WNW, NW and NNW – a broad window. Rig and launch on the beach; the riding is out on the water. Important: groynes stand at close intervals along the whole beach and reach 10–15 m into the water. That makes the spot demanding – recommended for advanced, confident riders rather than beginners. Parking is central and paid; the kite beach at the northern end is a fair walk from there.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, April is the windiest month: on 31 % 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 north-east. The most reliable period runs from April to July. The least wind is in December (12 %). In the warmer season (water from 15 °C), June brings the most wind days (30 %). The water ranges from about 3 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
18 %
| 14 kn | NW | 4 °C | 3 °C |
| February |
16 %
| 13 kn | W | 4 °C | 3 °C |
| March |
15 %
| 11 kn | W | 6 °C | 5 °C |
| April |
31 %
| 11 kn | NE | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| May |
25 %
| 11 kn | NE | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| June |
30 %
| 10 kn | W | 17 °C | 17 °C |
| July |
24 %
| 11 kn | NW | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
23 %
| 10 kn | NE | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
19 %
| 10 kn | NW | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
19 %
| 13 kn | NW | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
13 %
| 12 kn | NW | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| December |
12 %
| 12 kn | NW | 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 N, NW, NE (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
Kite beach at the northern end, a fair walk from the central car park. A good alternative when Warnemünde is too onshore in SW. Account for the groynes and pick a clean launch spot.
⚠︎ Hazards
Groynes along the whole beach, 10–15 m into the water, at close intervals – keep your height and do not drift offshore. Better for advanced riders, not for beginners.
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.
Nearest surf school
Frequently asked questions
Is Markgrafenheide suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Markgrafenheide suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate (water: Chop). The nearest surf school is about 5 km away.
Which wind works at Markgrafenheide?
Best with wind from N, NW, NE. In the windiest month (April), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the north-east.
When is the best time for Markgrafenheide?
The best months are considered to be Apr–Oct. According to the wind statistics, June has the most wind days in the warmer season (water from 15 °C, 30 %); overall April is the windiest (31 %), but the water is cold then.
How warm is the water at Markgrafenheide?
Over the year about 3 °C in February to 20 °C in August (model data).
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