Maasvlakte Bay

Maasvlakte Bay is a sheltered coastal bay in the Netherlands where the Maas River meets the North Sea. The spot features extensive sandbars and shallow waters typical of Dutch coastal deltas, with organized dike structures visible in satellite imagery. The northeast-facing coastline creates a protected embayment with complex bathymetry. Best conditions occur with northwesterly winds (315°) providing consistent side-shore conditions parallel to the coast. Average wind reliability is modest at 25.6%, and typical wave heights remain small (0.87m), making this a beginner-friendly location. Water conditions are described as rough-chop rather than organized swell, indicating a fetch-limited environment. The spot suits beginners and intermediate riders seeking flat-water practice with consistent thermal breezes. Kiters should be aware of tidal influences affecting water depth and current strength, recreational boat activity, and the shallow, muddy bottom typical of estuarine areas. Low average temperatures (11.6°C) require appropriate wetsuit thickness year-round.