Damp South Mole
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves, Medium waves
- Spot Type
- High beach crowds are reported during July and August, while the water is less crowded.
- Crowd Level
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About
Damp South Mole offers a sandy, big beach with deep water that deepens fairly quickly and a launch area south of the harbor pier. The harbor mole and stone groynes create practical hazards: riders should avoid the turbulence right by the mole and keep well clear of the harbor entrance. For wind sports, winds typically fall in the 12–30 knot range, with gustiness described as moderate and wind direction most favorable around NE to E/SE patterns.
- Best wind from the northeast during April, May, September, and October
- Clean chop with small-to-medium wave options
- South jetty offers partial shelter
- Seasonal resort area amenities (toilets, food and drink, parking)
- Clean water with chop and rideable wave options depending on wind strength
- Strong NE emphasis for kitesurfing and good windward options for windsurfing
- Partial protection from the south jetty; learning-friendly compared with fully exposed stretches
- Resort-focused access with nearby services and amenities
- Turbulence and wind shadow near the harbor mole and groynes
- Deep-water and harbor-structure hazards near the launch area
- Moderate wind reliability and dependence on low-pressure patterns
- Seasonal swimming-zone restrictions
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NE, E, SE
- Wind Range
- 12–30 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Wind varies with frontal systems; the most significant conditions come with easterly/northeasterly patterns.
- Reliability
- Moderate; depends on low-pressure systems
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- April, May, September, October
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves, Medium waves
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Medium — Chop with small-to-medium wave potential
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Choppy conditions reported for the water
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach area located south of the harbor pier.
Through the year
High crowds at the beach during July and August.
Stormy conditions most frequent in late autumn and winter.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Flat to choppy water near the south jetty with a mix of chop and small-to-medium wave riding options depending on wind strength. Partial protection from the south jetty.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Choppy conditions with small to medium waves; the jetty provides partial protection, and NE wind is best.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.5–6.5 m²
Flat to choppy water near the south jetty with partial protection; foil-friendly but harbor mole and groynes require caution.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Damp South Mole in the full forecast view.
Damp South Mole wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 5–23 ktsGusts 42 kts
- Direction
- SW230°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2523 kts
- Windy days
- 5/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.2–1.6 m3s period
- Temperature
- 7–15 °C
Over the next 7 days, Damp South Mole is forecast for daytime winds of 5–23 kts, peaking around 23 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 42 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.2–1.6 m with a period of about 3s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- mole
- Harbor mole
- Stone groynes (Buhnen)
- Deep water
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major hospital in Eckernförde (for emergencies, call 112).
Rules of the spot
Respect designated swimming zones during the summer high season; no kiting inside the harbor entrance.
- No kiting inside the harbor entrance
- Seasonal swimming zone restrictions
- Avoid the area immediately next to the mole due to turbulence.
- Stay well clear of the harbor entrance.
- Respect designated swimming zones during the summer high season.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Kiel
- Nearest Town
- Damp
- Parking
- Large public parking lots are available at the resort entrance, requiring a short walk to the beach.
- Access
- From Eckernförde take B203 north and follow signs to Damp. Get to the south of the harbor near the south jetty.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- German
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Ostsee Resort Damp offers hotels and holiday homes.
- Food & Drink
- Various restaurants and snack bars in the Damp resort area.
- Equipment Rental:
- Rental options may be available at the resort water sports center during peak season.
- Gear Storage
- Yes
- Gear Repair
- Yes
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Damp South Mole?
The best overall months at Damp South Mole are April, May, September, October.
Which wind directions work at Damp South Mole?
Damp South Mole works with NE, E, SE winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Damp South Mole?
Recommended equipment sizes at Damp South Mole: Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Windsurfing: 4.5–6.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–30 kts.
What skill level is Damp South Mole suitable for?
Damp South Mole suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner to Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Beginner to Intermediate.