Markkleeberg - Markkleeberger See (Ostseite)
Germany
Markkleeberg
The Markkleeberger See (East Side) is a kitesurfing spot located near Leipzig in Saxony, in the Leipziger Neuseenland. It is a former gravel extraction site transformed into an artificial lake, with a surf school and parking right next to it.
This typical baggersee attracts kitesurfers and windsurfers for its shallow water and easy access. Nearby, a whitewater canal for kayakers adds a sporty touch to the environment.
The spot is popular with locals and beginners due to its calm water and conditions suitable for learning.
Les données de vent affichées ici proviennent d’ERA5 (via Open-Meteo) sur 4 ans, retraitées pour refléter des conditions réalistes.
👉 Le vent moyen a été calibré pour éviter la sous-estimation habituelle des modèles.
👉 Les rafales ont été corrigées par un ratio médian afin d’éviter des valeurs extrêmes irréalistes.
👉 Chaque jour est résumé par le vent médian (P50) observé pendant les heures utiles (8h–20h), puis classé dans des plages de vent.
👉 Le mode pondéré mélange vent moyen et rafales pour refléter au mieux le vent ressenti.
- 🟢 10–16 nds : vent faible mais navigable (notamment en foil).
- 🟡 16–22 nds : plage idéale, conditions confortables pour la majorité.
- 🔴 22–28 nds : vent fort, réservé aux riders expérimentés.
- 🟣 28+ nds : conditions extrêmes, navigation engagée.
Localisation & Points d'intérêt
Informations utiles
flatflatThe East Side spot offers a flachwasser area, perfect for calm sessions. The best winds come from SW for optimal side-on, but you can also navigate with NW or W, where the wind becomes side-off and small waves form.
Launching is easy from the grassy or sandy beach near the school, with a clear take-off area. The navigation area is wide on the east side of the lake, but be careful of designated areas to avoid swimmers or other water sports. With SW wind, the water remains flat to light chop, ideal for freestyle or freeride.
No tide since it’s a freshwater lake, the water level just varies with wind strength: glattwasser in light wind, kabbelwelle with stronger NW. Prefer days without too much local thermal for clean sessions.
The ideal conditions are with a SW 15-25 kts wind for perfect side-on and flat water. Avoid strong onshore winds that chop the water.
The water is generally flat to chop, with small waves in NW wind. Clean bottom for navigation, with no major obstacles.
No notable currents on this closed freshwater lake. No current to report, unlike coastal spots.
Opt for sizes of 9 to 12m² in medium winds of 12-20 kts. 7-9m² for strong days in NW, 11-13m² in light SW.
The prevailing winds are around SW, NW, W, with typical strengths of 10-25 kts during rideable sessions. No specific local name, but the regime is reliable due to Atlantic depressions.
In NW, expect gusts and small waves; in SW, it’s more consistent and flat. Stats show good potential all year round, with peaks in autumn.
The continental climate of Saxony offers mild summers around 20-25°C and cold winters around 0-5°C. Springs and autumns are variable, with risks of rain but often windy.
The most favorable months for kitesurfing are those with a wind score of 61/100, potentially covering the whole year, but spring and autumn are great for consistent winds without crowds.
The depth is progressive and shallow, you can stand for a long time thanks to the flachwasser. Typically sandy or muddy bottom, with no major rocks.
In summer, the water reaches 18-22°C, comfortable in a shorty. In spring/autumn 10-15°C, 5/3 mm neoprene recommended. Winter around 4-6°C.