KiteGlobeSylt / Westerland
Sylt / Westerland is a kiteboarding spot near Westerland in Germany, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, 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, SW, NW |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November |
| Coordinates | 54.9123, 8.2994 |
About Sylt / Westerland
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. Be aware of long rock lines (ca. 20m into the sea) every 100-200m from Westerland to Kampen. You can't see them while high tide! But they are marked with a sign on the beach. Strong current when its coming from South or North.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Sylt / Westerland?
The best time to kite Sylt / Westerland is April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, when the N, SW, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Sylt / Westerland offers open ocean conditions with N, SW, NW wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Sylt / Westerland?
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 to Westerland and to the North of the big building on the beach is one access. The other is South of the buildung, at the Seeblick Restaurant.
Hazards at Sylt / Westerland
Wave breaker.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.