Zingst
Zingst is a kiteboarding spot near Rostock in Germany, with open ocean conditions and prevailing E, W wind, best ridden in March, April, May, September, October, November.
| Country | Germany |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Rostock |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | E, W |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | March, April, May, September, October, November |
| Coordinates | 54.4414, 12.6698 |
About Zingst
Choppy water. With stronger winds nice waves on the sandbar. Lots of wave breakers in the water.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Zingst?
The best time to kite Zingst is March, April, May, September, October, November, when the E, W wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Zingst offers open ocean conditions with E, W wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Zingst?
From Rostock drive towards Stralsund on B105. Before you reach Ribnitz-Damgarten turn left onto L21 and follow the signs to Darss and to Zingst. Best access west of Zingst with parking behind the dune.
Hazards at Zingst
Wave breaker.
View Zingst on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Zingst?
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.