Kornwerderzand
Kite Spot
Netherlands · Frisia
Kornwerderzand
Kornwerderzand is a kitesurfing spot located at the Frisian end of the Afsluitdijk, on the shores of the IJsselmeer. It is easily accessible from the dike, with free parking by the shore and a small beach for launching.
The spot is known for its often strong winds, in a typical Dutch polder setting. It is a popular place for experienced riders looking for flat water on this inland lake.
Navigation takes place along the dike, with a grassy area to inflate the kites and a direct entry into the water.
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The spot works well with winds from the north to northwest (N, NNE, NE, NNW), which are side-shore relative to the south-facing beach. With winds from east to west-southwest (NE-E-SE-S-SW), conditions are also optimal, side-on to side-off depending on the exact direction.
The water surface is generally flat to chop, typical of a lake like the IJsselmeer, with no dependence on tides. The navigation area extends along the Afsluitdijk, with easy launching from the sandy beach and a take-off zone on the adjacent grassy strip.
Be careful, the water becomes quickly deep just after the shore, which requires good control for jibes and jumps. On windless days, thermals can rise in the late afternoon for foiling.