Strand
Belgique · Flandre-Occidentale
Strand in Koksijde-Bad, West Flanders, is a long sandy beach facing the North Sea. It is a popular spot for Belgian kiters due to its generous space and consistent conditions.
With over 1.7 km of beach, there is plenty of room to ride without getting in each other's way. Local schools like the Duotone Pro Center make access to equipment and lessons available for all levels.
The atmosphere is friendly, with local clubs and riders often enjoying the offshore wind.
Historical averages by month — not a live forecast.
The beach of Strand in Koksijde-Bad is oriented northwest, making WNW and NW winds side-on perfect, while southwest winds are more side-shore. The dominant west winds create a choppy water surface with small to medium waves, ideal for progressing in freestyle or wave.
Launching is done directly from the wide, sandy beach, which is easy to access. The launch area is huge, with no obstacles, but respect the marked areas for swimmers in summer. The riding area extends the entire length of the beach, with enough space to maneuver even on crowded days.
Tides have little influence on the spot, but at low tide, the sandy bottom comes closer to the shore. Be cautious of fishing areas and kitesurfing schools that have their dedicated spaces. Strong north winds can make the water choppy with offshore current.
Sources :dpc-koksijde.com · unplug-kitesurf.com · 35knots.com · kitejungle.com · koksijde.com
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