Rügen – Thiessow / Klein Zicker
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Wingfoil
- Best winds W, SW, NW, N
- Level Beginner · Intermediate · Pro
- Water Mixed
- Best months May–Sep
About this spot
On the Mönchgut peninsula in the southeast of Rügen, the spot lies between Thiessow and Klein Zicker on the Greifswalder Bodden – two sides in one venue. The open Baltic with chop and swell on the outside, the shallow Bodden as a sheltered standing area on the inside. A roughly 50-metre-wide flat-water strip runs parallel to the shore and helps you gain confidence fast; in southwest, outside waves can reach around two metres. Best directions are W to SW plus NW and N.
Mönchgut is one of the wind-reliable corners of Rügen with fine sand and lovely scenery. When is the best time to visit? May to September brings warm water and dependable wind. Suits everyone from beginners on the inside to wave and freestyle riders outside.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, January is the windiest month: on 61 % 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 June (30 %). In the warmer season (water from 15 °C), July brings the most wind days (46 %). The water ranges from about 2 to 21 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
61 %
| 15 kn | SW | 3 °C | 2 °C |
| February |
46 %
| 14 kn | W | 3 °C | 2 °C |
| March |
34 %
| 12 kn | W | 5 °C | 5 °C |
| April |
38 %
| 12 kn | W | 7 °C | 10 °C |
| May |
35 %
| 12 kn | W | 12 °C | 15 °C |
| June |
30 %
| 11 kn | W | 17 °C | 19 °C |
| July |
46 %
| 12 kn | W | 19 °C | 21 °C |
| August |
38 %
| 11 kn | W | 19 °C | 21 °C |
| September |
33 %
| 13 kn | W | 17 °C | 19 °C |
| October |
51 %
| 14 kn | W | 12 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
48 %
| 14 kn | SW | 7 °C | 8 °C |
| December |
49 %
| 14 kn | SW | 4 °C | 4 °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, NW, 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
In strong wind from 5 Bft or for learning use the sheltered inside on the Bodden; for waves take the open Baltic outside. The shoreline flat-water strip (approx. 50 m) is ideal for practice. Kite/surf station and parking in Klein Zicker, short walk to the beach.
⚠︎ Hazards
On the outer Baltic side allow for gusts and waves in strong onshore wind. Respect spot boundaries and nature-protection zones on Mönchgut.
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 Rügen – Thiessow / Klein Zicker suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Rügen – Thiessow / Klein Zicker suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate · Pro (water: Mixed). There is one surf school nearby.
Which wind works at Rügen – Thiessow / Klein Zicker?
Best with wind from W, SW, NW, N. In the windiest month (January), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the south-west.
When is the best time for Rügen – Thiessow / Klein Zicker?
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, 46 %); overall January is the windiest (61 %), but the water is cold then.
How warm is the water at Rügen – Thiessow / Klein Zicker?
Over the year about 2 °C in January to 21 °C in August (model data).
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