KiteGlobeAmeland / Buren Waddenzee
Ameland / Buren Waddenzee is a kiteboarding spot near Amsterdam, Leeuwarden in Netherlands, with open ocean conditions, best ridden in March, April, May, September, October, November.
| Country | Netherlands |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Amsterdam, Leeuwarden |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean, Lagoon |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | March, April, May, September, October, November |
| Tide | High tide |
| Coordinates | 53.4376, 5.8050 |
About Ameland / Buren Waddenzee
Because there's a big difference in high-and low tide, you can only go between 3 hours before and 3 hours after high-tide. Water is flat, but can be choppy with strong winds. Big shallow area.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Ameland / Buren Waddenzee?
The best time to kite Ameland / Buren Waddenzee is March, April, May, September, October, November.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Ameland / Buren Waddenzee offers open ocean conditions (Frontal wind), launching from ocean, lagoon.
How do I get to Ameland / Buren Waddenzee?
Drive to Friesland in the Netherlands, drive past Leeuwarden to Holwerd, take the boat here. The spots south are easily reached by car/bike. The north-spots are only reached by a car that has license to ride on the beach. Otherwise you can take the bike to go there. Get to Buren and drive to the south shore.
View Ameland / Buren Waddenzee on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Ameland / Buren Waddenzee?
5 kite schools operate in Netherlands. See kite schools in Netherlands →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.