KiteGlobeGotland / Gnisvaerd
Gotland / Gnisvaerd is a kiteboarding spot near Visby, Gotland in Sweden, with open ocean conditions and prevailing W wind, best ridden in April, May, June, August, September, October.
| Country | Sweden |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Visby, Gotland |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | W |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | April, May, June, August, September, October |
| Coordinates | 57.5003, 18.1151 |
About Gotland / Gnisvaerd
Shallow inside the 'reef', very flat at westerly winds. Bottom is sandy with some spread out big rocks in the water further south on the beach. The spot is not very big, more than 5-7 riders and some have to move further south towards Tofta which is on the same beach.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Gotland / Gnisvaerd?
The best time to kite Gotland / Gnisvaerd is April, May, June, August, September, October, when the W wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Gotland / Gnisvaerd offers open ocean conditions with W wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Gotland / Gnisvaerd?
Gotland is off the shore from the Swedish East coast. To Gotland by ferry or air, arrive in Visby. Drive 18km south along the coast, turn right towards Gnisvaerd. Park at the grassy parking lot just south of the Gnisvaerd harbor and walk straight out to the beach from there.
Hazards at Gotland / Gnisvaerd
Rocks.
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Other kite spots near Gotland / Gnisvaerd
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- Gotland / Ljugarn
Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.