Travemünde
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Surfing
- Best winds N, NE, E
- Level Intermediate · Pro
- Water Waves
- Best months Sep–Apr
About this spot
At the mouth of the Trave lies Travemünde, with a city beach, marina and ferry port to the Baltics. In Lübeck Bay, east is the key direction: in N, NE and E the wind drops freely into the bay and builds a moderate, clean wave. You rig on the beach; you ride in a bay with solid infrastructure but heavy summer bathing crowds.
Where is the best wave? Towards the Brodten cliff and Niendorf the Baltic wave hits the shore most freely in strong easterlies – the classic for advanced riders. Best time to travel is the windier off-season from September to April, when the rideable east wind blows more often and the beaches are empty. For intermediates and pros who can handle wave and offshore components.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, April is the windiest month: on 15 % 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 May. The least wind is in July (5 %). In the warmer season (water from 15 °C), September brings the most wind days (12 %). The water ranges from about 3 to 21 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
8 %
| 11 kn | E | 3 °C | 4 °C |
| February |
11 %
| 11 kn | E | 4 °C | 3 °C |
| March |
8 %
| 9 kn | NE | 6 °C | 5 °C |
| April |
15 %
| 10 kn | NE | 8 °C | 10 °C |
| May |
12 %
| 9 kn | NE | 13 °C | 15 °C |
| June |
10 %
| 9 kn | NE | 18 °C | 18 °C |
| July |
5 %
| 10 kn | NE | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
10 %
| 9 kn | NE | 19 °C | 21 °C |
| September |
12 %
| 9 kn | E | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
6 %
| 10 kn | E | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
5 %
| 10 kn | E | 7 °C | 9 °C |
| December |
6 %
| 10 kn | E | 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, NE, E (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
For the best waves head towards the Brodten cliff/Niendorf in strong east wind. The city beach is only safely kiteable in the off-season; in summer it is all swimming zone. East wind blows offshore here – check your gear.
⚠︎ Hazards
Ferry traffic and a harbour exit with large shipping – keep a safe distance. East wind is offshore, and at Brodten cliff rock blocks lie just below the surface.
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 Travemünde suitable for beginners?
Not really. According to the spot info, Travemünde is a spot for Intermediate · Pro (water: Waves). There is one surf school nearby.
Which wind works at Travemünde?
Best with wind from N, NE, E. In the windiest month (April), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the north-east.
When is the best time for Travemünde?
The best months are considered to be Sep–Apr. According to the wind statistics, September has the most wind days in the warmer season (water from 15 °C, 12 %); overall April is the windiest (15 %), but the water is cold then.
How warm is the water at Travemünde?
Over the year about 3 °C in February to 21 °C in August (model data).
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