Prerow
Prerow is a kiteboarding spot near Rostock in Germany, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE, E wind, best ridden in March, April, May, July, September, October, November.
| Country | Germany |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Rostock |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | NE, E |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | March, April, May, July, September, October, November |
| Coordinates | 54.4600, 12.5402 |
About Prerow
Choppy to good waves (with NE wind), with flat water sections up to 6-7 ft. Maybe too tight distance between waves for surfing. Nice waves with up to 3m break on stronger winds on the sandbar.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Prerow?
The best time to kite Prerow is March, April, May, July, September, October, November, when the NE, E wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Prerow offers open ocean conditions with NE, E wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Prerow?
From Rostock, take the B105/E22 to Ribnitz/Damgarten, in Altheide turn left to get on the L21 to Prerow. In Prerow look for the Rainbow-camp. Near the camp is a parking place, but you have to walk about 10min to the beach. If you spend some days in the camp you´re in a small forest right behind the beach (50-100m).
View Prerow on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Prerow?
5 kite schools operate in Germany. See kite schools in Germany →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.