Duene / Nordstrand

Düne at Nordstrand is a protected bay located on the North Sea coast of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. The spot features a broad sandy beach fronting a shallow, sheltered bay with extensive sandbars and tidal flats. The northeast-facing coastline provides natural wind channeling from the North Sea. This is a bay-style spot with moderate fetch and protected conditions compared to open ocean alternatives in the region. Side-shore winds from the northwest (315°) or southeast (135°) are ideal; northwest winds align better with prevailing patterns. Water conditions are typically rough-chop due to tidal influence and shallow depth. The spot suits intermediate riders seeking protected bay conditions with manageable wave sizes (1.26m average). Wind reliability of 63.1% indicates moderately consistent conditions. Key considerations include tidal range effects on water depth and launch/landing areas, presence of coastal infrastructure, and awareness of shallow zones that restrict riding areas at low tide. Cold water temperatures (11.2°C average) require appropriate thermal protection year-round.