Bottsand (Wendtorf)

Bottsand (Wendtorf) is a shallow, mostly flat Baltic-Sea spot with clean water and a big sandy beach. The launch setup is described as easy, with no notable shore break, and a large shallow standing zone that helps newcomers feel more stable while learning to control power and direction. Wind is typically reported across N, NE, SW and W, with the best months given as March, April, May, September and October. Kitesurfing and windsurfing both benefit from the flat-water character, while wingfoiling is possible but requires careful access beyond the shallow sandbars to avoid mast strikes. Safety is the key constraint: kitesurfing is officially prohibited within the adjacent Naturschutzgebiet (nature reserve). Yellow buoys mark the forbidden area, and riders must stay inside designated sport zones while respecting bird sanctuary boundaries. Additional on-water hazards include groynes (Buhnen) and stones/slippery areas near the shore, so conservative navigation and good traction gear are important. Operationally, the spot is accessible from Kiel via B502 toward Schoenberg and then onward by signs for Wendtorf/Bottsand. Parking is available at/near the 'Am Bottsand' area, and sources also note that walking from parking to the beach can be several hundred meters—making a trolley helpful for heavy equipment. Rescue availability is limited, but lifeguards are often present during the main summer season.