Ringkobing Fjord / Sonderby Ost

Ringkobing Fjord / Sonderby Ost is a kiteboarding spot near Skjern, Arhus in Denmark, with flat-water lake conditions and prevailing SE, S, SW wind, best ridden in March, April, May, September, October, November.

About Ringkobing Fjord / Sonderby Ost

The Ringkobing Fjord is a huge shallow lake. Almost everywhere shallow. Flat water, gets choppier with strong winds. Sandy bottom. Keep distance from the fishing nets. You should walk straight ahead in the water some way, because wooden poles are to the left and to the right at the beginning. Be careful, the left poles may be a few cm BELOW the surface. It hurts if you fall on them. You can walk in there for several 100 meters.

When is the best time to kitesurf at Ringkobing Fjord / Sonderby Ost?

The best time to kite Ringkobing Fjord / Sonderby Ost is March, April, May, September, October, November, when the SE, S, SW wind is most reliable.

What are the wind and water conditions?

Ringkobing Fjord / Sonderby Ost offers flat-water lake conditions with SE, S, SW wind (Frontal wind), launching from lake.

How do I get to Ringkobing Fjord / Sonderby Ost?

From Ringkobing drive west on 15 towards Sondervig/Sonderby. Exit at the sign Sonderby Ost and get on the small dirt road and follow it all the way for 1km to the water. Park for free in front of the water in the parking lot.

Hazards at Ringkobing Fjord / Sonderby Ost

Fishernets, Stakes.

Where can I take kite lessons near Ringkobing Fjord / Sonderby Ost?

3 kite schools operate in Denmark. See kite schools in Denmark →

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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.