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Markermeer / Edam

📍 Amsterdam, Netherlands · Kiteboarding spot

Markermeer / Edam is a kiteboarding spot near Amsterdam in Netherlands, with flat-water lake conditions and prevailing E wind, best ridden in March, April, May, September, October, November.

CountryNetherlands
Nearest townAmsterdam
Water typeFlat-water lake
LaunchLake
Best wind directionE
Wind typeFrontal
Best monthsMarch, April, May, September, October, November
Coordinates52.5306, 5.0605

About Markermeer / Edam

Choppy water.

When is the best time to kitesurf at Markermeer / Edam?

The best time to kite Markermeer / Edam is March, April, May, September, October, November, when the E wind is most reliable.

What are the wind and water conditions?

Markermeer / Edam offers flat-water lake conditions with E wind (Frontal wind), launching from lake.

How do I get to Markermeer / Edam?

From Amsterdam follow the roadsigns to Edam/Voldendam (N247). At the end of Edam go right on the roundabout.

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Where can I take kite lessons near Markermeer / Edam?

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.