Rerik – Salzhaff
Germany · Kitesurf · Wingfoil · SUP
- Best winds W, SW, N
- Level Beginner · Intermediate · Pro
- Water Flat water
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
Flatwater lagoon right behind the Wustrow peninsula, northeast of Wismar. The Salzhaff is shielded from the open Baltic by Wustrow, so the water stays knee- to hip-deep across wide areas – one of the best learning areas on the entire Baltic Sea. The wind comes in cleanly across the sand, best from W, SW and N; onshore it stays flat, and many other directions are rideable with minor compromises. You rig and launch on the broad haff side at Rerik harbour.
When is the best time for Rerik? April to October, with reliable spring and autumn winds and warm summer water. Standing-depth flatwater, plenty of space and steady wind make for fast progress – ideal for beginners, wingfoilers and SUP, but fun for freeriders too when it blows harder.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, January is the windiest month: on 58 % 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 least wind is in May (27 %). In the warmer season (water from 15 °C), July brings the most wind days (46 %). The water ranges from about 4 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
58 %
| 15 kn | SW | 3 °C | 4 °C |
| February |
42 %
| 14 kn | SW | 3 °C | 4 °C |
| March |
32 %
| 11 kn | SW | 5 °C | 5 °C |
| April |
33 %
| 11 kn | W | 7 °C | 9 °C |
| May |
27 %
| 11 kn | W | 12 °C | 14 °C |
| June |
30 %
| 10 kn | W | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| July |
46 %
| 11 kn | W | 18 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
37 %
| 10 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
31 %
| 11 kn | SW | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
47 %
| 13 kn | SW | 12 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
50 %
| 13 kn | SW | 7 °C | 9 °C |
| December |
41 %
| 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, N (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
Because of the seagrass beds in the haff, bring a weed fin. Schools are at Rerik harbour on Wustrower Straße. In summer come early – the standing-depth area is very popular.
⚠︎ Hazards
A very safe standing-depth spot; the main issues are seagrass and summer crowds. With offshore wind components, do not drift too far out across the haff.
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 Rerik – Salzhaff suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Rerik – Salzhaff suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate · Pro (water: Flat water). There are 2 surf schools nearby.
Which wind works at Rerik – Salzhaff?
Best with wind from W, SW, N. In the windiest month (January), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the south-west.
When is the best time for Rerik – Salzhaff?
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, 46 %); overall January is the windiest (58 %), but the water is cold then.
How warm is the water at Rerik – Salzhaff?
Over the year about 4 °C in January to 20 °C in August (model data).
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