Ahlbeck - Strand Ahlbeck
Germany
Ahlbeck
Ahlbeck is one of the most beautiful resorts on the Baltic Sea on the island of Usedom, in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. This kitesurfing spot is located on a large sandy beach with plenty of space to ride.
It is a popular place for locals and beginners in waves due to its relaxed atmosphere and proximity to kite schools. In summer, the beach can be very crowded on hot days.
Launching is only allowed in the sports area near the bridge for safety.
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
chopchopThe Ahlbeck beach offers a large launch area in the sports area near the bridge, ideal for takeoff and landing. The wind orientation is often side-shore or side-on with directions from north to southeast and northwest, allowing for stable sessions without too much drift.
The water surface is generally chop due to Baltic winds, with small waves for beginners. The riding area extends over a wide sandy beach, but you must stay within the allowed limits to avoid bathers in high season.
Local peculiarity: in summer, the beach is crowded, so prefer mornings or windy days for more space. Tides are low in the Baltic, so the water surface remains constant.
Ideal conditions are with winds of 15-25 knots in the directions N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, NW, NNW, for a stable side-shore water surface.
The water surface is choppy with small waves, perfect for beginners in waves. The bottom is sandy everywhere, with no rocks.
Currents are weak in the Baltic Sea, with no significant tides. No major channel reported, but caution is advised near the pier.
Opt for kite sizes of 9 to 12 m² in typical Baltic conditions, smaller in strong gusts.
The prevailing wind comes from the north to northwest, with regular sessions at 15-25 knots in season. No specific local name, but the Baltic trade winds ensure a reliable regime year-round with a score of 77/100.
Optimal directions include N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, NW, NNW, confirmed by locals and suitable for the large exposed beach.
The Baltic climate is cool and windy year-round, with average temperatures of 5°C in winter to 20°C in summer. The best months for kitesurfing are from March to October, when the wind is more consistent.
Winters are mild but humid, while summer brings occasional heat and many people on the beach.
La profondeur est progressive avec un fond entièrement sableux. On a pied sur une bonne distance depuis le bord.
Water temperatures range from 2-5°C in winter to 18-22°C in summer. A wetsuit is mandatory outside the warm season.