KiteGlobeIjsselmeer / Makkum
Ijsselmeer / Makkum is a kiteboarding spot near Amsterdam in Netherlands, with flat-water lake conditions, best ridden in March, April, October, November.
| Country | Netherlands |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Amsterdam |
| Water type | Flat-water lake |
| Launch | Lake |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | March, April, October, November |
| Coordinates | 53.0503, 5.3793 |
About Ijsselmeer / Makkum
Flat to choppy water. Shallow area.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Ijsselmeer / Makkum?
The best time to kite Ijsselmeer / Makkum is March, April, October, November.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Ijsselmeer / Makkum offers flat-water lake conditions (Frontal wind), launching from lake.
How do I get to Ijsselmeer / Makkum?
A7, and northwest of Bolsward follow signs to Makkum. Park at the big car parking next to the pyramid-shape building (turn right before the wooden bridge and drive all the way to the end). Walk onto the camping and keep right. On the end of the pier/ mole, you'll find the small kitebeach on the left.
Hazards at Ijsselmeer / Makkum
Mole.
View Ijsselmeer / Makkum on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Ijsselmeer / Makkum?
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.