Timmendorfer Strand

Timmendorfer Strand is a beach break located on the Lübeck Bay coast of the Baltic Sea in northern Germany. The spot features a north-facing sandy beach with residential development directly behind the shoreline. The water body is a shallow bay with minimal wave generation and very low wind reliability (13%), making it primarily suitable for flat-water freestyle and travel training rather than wave riding. The spot is characterized by protected, sheltered conditions typical of Baltic bay environments. Visible infrastructure includes groins, beachfront buildings, and boat moorings that serve as both obstacles and indicators of calm conditions. The narrow strip of usable water between shore and developed areas limits riding distance. Best wind comes from the east (90°), providing side-shore conditions parallel to the north-facing coast. However, the extremely low wind reliability and small average wave height (0.21m) mean this spot functions primarily as a training location during rare optimal conditions. Water temperature averaging 10.3°C requires thermal protection. This spot suits beginners and intermediate kiters seeking flat-water practice in a controlled, protected environment with easy access and rescue infrastructure.