Wiek Rügen

Wiek is a shallow bay located on the northern coast of Rügen Island in the German Baltic Sea. The spot features a westward-facing coastline with multiple small residential communities interspersed with agricultural land and forested patches. The bay offers relatively protected conditions compared to open Baltic waters, with consistent shallow depths suitable for beginners. Water temperatures average around 10°C, requiring appropriate thermal protection. Wind reliability is moderate at 39.1%, with average winds of 11.5 knots creating small waves averaging 0.47m. Side-shore winds from the north provide the safest setup for kitesurfing. The spot suits beginners and intermediate riders seeking calmer conditions and shorter fetch distances. Key considerations include navigating around residential and boat traffic areas, accounting for wind shadow effects from surrounding forests, and timing sessions during higher wind periods. The shallow bay nature means limited wave development, making this primarily a freestyle and flatwater spot rather than wave-riding destination.