KiteGlobeSylt / Sansibar 2
Sylt / Sansibar 2 is a kiteboarding spot near Westerland in Germany, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, S, SW, NW wind, best ridden in April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November.
| Country | Germany |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Westerland |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | N, S, SW, NW |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November |
| Coordinates | 54.8144, 8.2836 |
About Sylt / Sansibar 2
Can be very tough in onshore winds to get out, due to the shore break. From 3-4m big waves with lots of power to small choppy waves. 3m tide. Stronger current with N or S winds.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Sylt / Sansibar 2?
The best time to kite Sylt / Sansibar 2 is April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, when the N, S, SW, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Sylt / Sansibar 2 offers open ocean conditions with N, S, SW, NW wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Sylt / Sansibar 2?
Sylt is an island in the North Sea, next to the border with Denmark. By train to Westerland. By car to Niebuell, then on a train shuttle to Westerland or to Romo (Denmark), then by ferry to List/Sylt. The ferry is cheaper, the car train is very expensive! Drive south from Westerland along the west coast. After some km there is a parking lot with a restaurant Sansibar. Take the parking lot after this one.
Hazards at Sylt / Sansibar 2
Currents.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.