Sahlenburg
Germany · Kitesurf · Wingfoil · SUP
- Best winds W, NW, SW
- Level Beginner · Intermediate
- Water Chop
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
West of Cuxhaven by the Wernerwald forest, looking out to the island of Neuwerk. Sahlenburg is a standing-depth venue: at high water a wide, shallow bay where the water stays waist-deep in many places – at low water the starting point for mudflat hikes to Neuwerk. You rig and launch on the sandy beach and ride out on the bay; good wind directions are SW through NW to NE. From about 5 Beaufort small waves form and add some punch.
When can you kite at Sahlenburg? Roughly two to three hours before and after high water. The kite zone sits between the groynes at the dog beach, separated from the bathing area by a buoy chain. Suitable for all levels; it can get busy in summer. A surfer car park with a time limit matches the usable tide. Season April to October.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, July is the windiest month: on 55 % 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-west. The least wind is in September (30 %). The water ranges from about 4 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
50 %
| 14 kn | SW | 4 °C | 4 °C |
| February |
41 %
| 13 kn | SW | 4 °C | 4 °C |
| March |
32 %
| 11 kn | W | 6 °C | 6 °C |
| April |
40 %
| 12 kn | NW | 9 °C | 10 °C |
| May |
37 %
| 11 kn | NW | 13 °C | 15 °C |
| June |
37 %
| 10 kn | W | 17 °C | 17 °C |
| July |
55 %
| 12 kn | NW | 18 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
37 %
| 10 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
30 %
| 11 kn | SW | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
47 %
| 13 kn | SW | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
43 %
| 13 kn | SW | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| December |
41 %
| 13 kn | SW | 5 °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, NW, 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
Stay in the kite zone between the groynes at the dog beach, keep clear of the bathing area (buoy chain). Surfer car park with a 6-hour limit matches the tide; warm showers via tokens from the Wernerwald campsite.
⚠︎ Hazards
Tide-dependent; the bay dries out at ebb. Watch for mudflat hikers heading to Neuwerk and avoid the bathing area.
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 Sahlenburg suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Sahlenburg suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate (water: Chop). The nearest surf school is about 6 km away.
Which wind works at Sahlenburg?
Best with wind from W, NW, SW. In the windiest month (July), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the north-west.
When is the best time for Sahlenburg?
The best months are considered to be Apr–Oct. According to the wind statistics, July has the most wind days (55 % of days).
How warm is the water at Sahlenburg?
Over the year about 4 °C in January to 20 °C in August (model data).
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