Zingst
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · SUP
- Best winds W, NW, N
- Level Beginner · Intermediate
- Water Chop
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
Zingst sits on the Darß peninsula, embedded in the Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft national park. The fine-sand sports beach at beach access 6 is lined with closely spaced groynes reaching roughly 25 m into the Baltic. The spot works best in west to northwest wind, which arrives sideshore to side-onshore over the beach, but also runs with north and east. The water is tide-free and ranges from shallow near the beach to short chop when the wind picks up – good for beginners and solid intermediates.
When is the best time to visit Zingst? Spring and autumn, when the westerly systems roll through; summer is busier but steadier with thermals. If you want open space and nature over a crowded scene, this is your spot.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, July is the windiest month: on 43 % 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 west. The least wind is in September (25 %). The water ranges from about 3 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
35 %
| 14 kn | W | 3 °C | 3 °C |
| February |
37 %
| 13 kn | W | 4 °C | 3 °C |
| March |
26 %
| 11 kn | W | 5 °C | 5 °C |
| April |
28 %
| 11 kn | W | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| May |
27 %
| 11 kn | W | 13 °C | 14 °C |
| June |
32 %
| 10 kn | W | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| July |
43 %
| 11 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
32 %
| 10 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
25 %
| 11 kn | W | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
32 %
| 12 kn | W | 12 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
26 %
| 12 kn | W | 7 °C | 9 °C |
| December |
30 %
| 12 kn | W | 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, 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
National park – respect the kite zones and travel outside the bird-breeding season. Paid parking with shower and WC at the surf school on the sports beach (access 6). Mind the closely spaced groynes when launching and landing.
⚠︎ Hazards
Groyne fields along the beach – keep clear when launching and landing. National-park kite zones are mandatory; offshore east wind pushes you out to open sea.
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 Zingst suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Zingst suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate (water: Chop). There is one surf school nearby.
Which wind works at Zingst?
Best with wind from W, NW, N. In the windiest month (July), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the west.
When is the best time for Zingst?
The best months are considered to be Apr–Oct. According to the wind statistics, July has the most wind days (43 % of days).
How warm is the water at Zingst?
Over the year about 3 °C in February to 20 °C in August (model data).
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