Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden)
- Freestyle, Freeride
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Flat, Shallow, Chop
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
This spot information is AI-assisted and has not been human verified. It may be incomplete, outdated, or incorrect. Verify safety, access, local rules, and current conditions with official or local sources before riding.
About
Kitesurfing conditions are repeatedly described as excellent for beginners through intermediate riders thanks to the shallow, sheltered nature of the water. Winds in the preferred range are typically 12–25 knots, with best months running from March, April, May through September, October, and November. Safety focus is strongly on depth and navigation away from shore: despite calm, flat conditions, there can be extremely shallow standing water far from shore, and the launch area is bordered by reeds and other features that require careful kite handling. Reed/nature-protection zones should be avoided.
- Progression-friendly flat water and standing depth for kitesurfing
- Best wind window: March to May and September to November
- Avoid reed zones / nature protection areas marked by reeds
- Excellent flat-water kitesurfing for progression, with standing-depth areas that support freestyle and freeride
- Frequently reliable northerly winds in spring and autumn
- Good for training due to sheltered lagoon conditions compared with open coast
- Water warms up quickly in summer relative to the open Baltic
- Very shallow water far from shore can create risk despite flat conditions
- Launch area can be tight and bordered by reeds/fences
- Some sources describe wingfoiling as generally unsuitable due to extreme shallowness
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NNE, NE, NW, NNW, W, SW
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Wind is described as thermal in some sources, and as frontal in others for this spot—both align with northerly setups that can be reliable in spring/autumn.
- Reliability
- High reliability during spring and autumn frontal systems.
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Reported as steady in one source and moderate-gusts in another; southerly setups may feel gustier due to land/building effects.
- Best Months
- March, April, May, September, October, November
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Shallow, Chop
- Beach
- Sand — Beach composition described as sand in one source and mixed in another.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Flat — Flat-water conditions with some chop reported; no consistent surf wave.
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Chop is mentioned, but overall conditions are described as flat/shallow-sheltered.
- Launch
- Small — Small grassy field / launch area bordered by reeds and fences; access is relatively easy but tight.
Through the year
Late autumn (November) often sees storm-driven high-wind events.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Excellent flat-water kitesurfing with shallow, sheltered conditions and some chop. The spot is known for progression-friendly standing depth for freestyle and freeride.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Suitable for freeride and (where depth allows) slalom/freestyle. Shallow depth can require a weed fin or very short fin.
- Sail Sizes
- 5.5–7.5 m²
There is conflicting spot-level suitability: one source describes it as shallow and suitable for learning/training, while another indicates the majority of the spot is too shallow for safe foil riding (often less than 0.5 m for long distances).
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Foil compatibility is described as yes in one source and no in another; treat as condition-dependent and verify depth before committing.
- Min Depth
- Very shallow, often less than 0.5m for long distances.
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden) in the full forecast view.
Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–21 ktsGusts 38 kts
- Direction
- SW216°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2521 kts
- Windy days
- 4/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.0–0.8 m3s period
- Temperature
- 7–14 °C
Over the next 7 days, Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden) is forecast for daytime winds of 4–21 kts, peaking around 21 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 38 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.0–0.8 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
- Reeds and reed zones (Schilfzonen) to avoid
- Extremely shallow standing areas far from shore
- Submerged stones near the launch area
- Fences near the launch area
- Shrub/zones (reeds/shrubs) to avoid
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguard presence reported for this spot.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — At the regional level, rescue coordination exists but on-water rescue is not consistently stationed at every lagoon point.
- Emergency Info
- Emergency number: 112. Nearest major medical facilities include Helios Klinik in Stralsund or Bodden-Kliniken in Ribnitz-Damgarten.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — Sources indicate no special localism.
Rules of the spot
Please respect local rules when on the spot. Stay out of designated nature protection zones marked by reeds.
- Nature protection zones / designated reed-marked zones
- Avoid reed zones (Schilfzonen).
- Because the launch area is tight, launch your kite and move into the water quickly to clear the beach.
- Winter requires a thick wetsuit with gloves, mask, and shoes (and typically boots) for long sessions.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Stralsund
- Nearest Town
- Fuhlendorf
- Parking
- Park about 100 m before the village sign Fuhlendorf; informal/public parking is available near the village entrance/water-access paths (about 100–200 m).
- Access
- Drive from Rostock (about 50 km) towards Stralsund and get onto B105. Pass Ribnitz-Damgarten and turn at signs for Fuhlendorf/Barth in Wiepkenhagen. Park about 100 m before the village sign Fuhlendorf and walk to the water.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- German
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Holiday apartments and guesthouses are available in Fuhlendorf and nearby Barth.
- Food & Drink
- Local cafes and restaurants are available in the village of Fuhlendorf.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental is available via local schools operating along the southern lagoon shore.
- Gear Storage
- Seasonal and daily gear storage lockers are provided by several local schools and water sports centers (for a fee).
- Gear Repair
- Basic sail and kite repair services are available via local schools and water sports centers in the broader lagoon area.
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 Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden)?
The best overall months at Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden) are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The best wind months are March, April, May, September, October, November.
Which wind directions work at Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden)?
Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden) works with N, NNE, NE, NW, NNW, W, SW winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Windsurfing: 5.5–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–25 kts.
What skill level is Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden) suitable for?
Fuhlendorf (Barther Bodden) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner to Intermediate · Windsurfing: Beginner to Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Beginner to Expert.