KiteGlobeSlufter Bay
Slufter Bay is a kiteboarding spot near Rotterdam in Netherlands, with open ocean conditions and prevailing S, SW wind, best ridden in March, April, May, September, October, November.
| Country | Netherlands |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Rotterdam |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean, Lagoon |
| Best wind direction | S, SW |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | March, April, May, September, October, November |
| Tide | Low tide |
| Coordinates | 51.9186, 3.9884 |
About Slufter Bay
Mind the nature reserve area. Flat to choppy water. Lots of shallow water. Tidal. Attention: The current can be very dangerous, especially when the water flow out of the lagoon (from high to low tide). It is the most dangerous with winds from the East. When you're in trouble, the current and the wind will push you out to the sea. So, absolutely nothing for beginners and never ride alone!
When is the best time to kitesurf at Slufter Bay?
The best time to kite Slufter Bay is March, April, May, September, October, November, when the S, SW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Slufter Bay offers open ocean conditions with S, SW wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean, lagoon.
How do I get to Slufter Bay?
At the southwest tip of the Rotterdam harbor. Get on N15, then Europaweg and then Westplaatweg. Get to the beach which is facing the south. Across the bay from the 'Autostrand'.
Hazards at Slufter Bay
Currents, Ships, Buoys.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.