Drejby (Als Island)
- Freestyle, Freeride
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Drejby (Als Island) is a sandy, medium-sized beach spot on the Baltic side with clean water and a chop-dominant texture plus small-wave conditions. The water quality is generally reported as clean, and the riding area offers shallow-water advantages that support flatwater-style freestyle use, with standing/shallow depth described as extending far out for long freestyle lines. Entry and launching are described as easy, including self-launch capability from the shore.
- Easterly wind directions (NE through S) line up well for kiting and windsurfing.
- Shallow water extends far out, supporting freestyle and safer recovery practice.
- On-site camping infrastructure supports quick access and convenient beach facilities.
- Clean Baltic Sea conditions with small waves and medium-sized sandy launch beach.
- Shallow water extends far out, supporting flatwater freestyle and beginner-friendly recovery options.
- Good easterly wind directions (NE to S) with higher wind probability in the May–October season.
- Busy in July and August due to the camping and swimming beach.
- Avoid western fjord/bird-sanctuary zones (Høruphav) for safety/legal compliance.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S
- Wind Range
- 8–12 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Frontal wind type with winds from NE through S.
- Reliability
- 77% during May–October main season; medium-high in autumn and spring (varies by season).
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Reported as light gusts.
- Best Months
- April, May, September, October
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Small wave / small-chop conditions.
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Chop is present but described as small/moderate for most riding.
- Launch
- Medium — Easy self-launch; flatwater entry with minimal obstacles near shore. Also described as having a sandy launch area with ample space.
Through the year
Busy in July and August due to the camping site and swimming beach.
Late autumn and winter bring the strongest winds and more frequent storms.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Freestyle-focused thanks to shallow, relatively flat water extending far out; small chop and clean conditions, especially with SE winds. Also workable for freeride with a versatile flatwater feel.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Freeride and slalom when the wind has an easterly component; flatwater-style riding with groomed water reported for SE winds.
Foil-friendly conditions due to sufficient shallow, clean riding space; best with SE winds reported for smooth surface.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes — Foil-friendly / sufficient depth for foiling.
- Min Depth
- 1.2m
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Drejby (Als Island) in the full forecast view.
Drejby (Als Island) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 6–28 ktsGusts 46 kts
- Direction
- SW236°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2528 kts
- Windy days
- 5/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.2–1.8 m3s period
- Temperature
- 9–15 °C
Over the next 7 days, Drejby (Als Island) is forecast for daytime winds of 6–28 kts, peaking around 28 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 46 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.2–1.8 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
- bathers
- offshore wind on western directions
- offshore/bird-protection-zone issues on the fjord (Høruphav) side
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — No dedicated on-site rescue service indicated; regional sea rescue applies.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospital: Sønderborg.
Rules of the spot
Avoid kitesurfing in the bird sanctuary / restricted bird protection zones to the west (Høruphav).
- No kiting in the bird sanctuary to the west.
- Kitesurfing on the fjord side (Høruphav) should be avoided due to protected bird areas.
- Kite on the sand launch area and rig on the sandy beach to avoid grass/sand on the camping grounds.
- Check the bird protection zones before heading out.
- Shallow water extends far out for freestyle, but ensure confidence in deep-water recovery for self-rescue.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Sønderborg
- Nearest Town
- Drejby
- Nearest Airport
- Sønderborg Airport (SGD) ~20 km
- Parking
- Paid parking at Drejby Strand Camping (fee reported); free parking at the end of the dam mentioned as an alternative.
- Access
- Follow signs to "Badestrand" and/or Drejby Strand Camping.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Danish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Direct — Drejby Strand Camping is located directly at the spot.
- Food & Drink
- Cafe and mini-market available at the nearby camping site during the season.
- Equipment Rental:
- Rental equipment is available via local surf schools/centers serving the Als region; no permanent beach rental found directly at the beach in one report.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Drejby (Als Island)?
The best overall months at Drejby (Als Island) are May, June, July, August, September. The best wind months are April, May, September, October.
Which wind directions work at Drejby (Als Island)?
Drejby (Als Island) works with NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Drejby (Als Island)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Drejby (Als Island): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 8–12 kts.
What skill level is Drejby (Als Island) suitable for?
Drejby (Als Island) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Beginner · Wingfoiling: Intermediate.