Höllviken (Ljunghusen)
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Flat, Shallow
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Höllviken (Ljunghusen) is a small sandy kitesurfing beach with clean water and very shallow, learning-friendly conditions. Multiple descriptions emphasize the presence of standing-depth water extending far from shore (hundreds of meters), which makes take-offs and progression more manageable than at many shallow Scandinavian launches. Overall wave energy is described as flat with some chop outside that calm zone, so rider focus can stay on technique. Wind is typically strongest during late spring into early autumn, with the best months reported as April, May, August, September, and October. The wind directions that work best are consistently given as north-to-west, including N, W, WNW, NW, and NNW. Conditions are described as reliable (with some variation in gustiness), and the broader area pattern includes frontal/gradient behavior with summer sea-breeze enhancement on sunny days. Safety considerations are important at this launch. Hazards noted include a mole/pier structure and mole-related risk, plus power lines and occasional rocks near the shore (and shallow-water issues). Kitesurfing is controlled with marked green zones during summer and school holidays (15 June–15 August), and there can also be restrictions tied to bathing zones and bird sanctuary proximity. Reported guidance also repeatedly stresses that a wetsuit is almost always needed, with cold winters and summer riding that may still require at least a shorty on hot days. On the amenities and logistics side, the access is straightforward—park directly at the water / designated area near the peninsula approach (with parking filling up on windy weekends). There are toilets and parking at the spot, while gear availability can be handled via schools in the nearby area during season; basic repair support is described as available in Malmö.
- Standing-depth area makes it very suitable for learning and take-off practice
- Best wind window: April, May, August, September, October with N/W/NW components
- Marked green kitesurfing zones during summer and school holidays
- Clean water and generally flat-to-choppy conditions that help with take-offs and progression
- Standing-depth water for learning/progression (hundreds of meters described)
- Consistent wind for kite compared with areas that go offshore (when wind directions align)
- Beach/launch strip can be very narrow at high water levels
- Shallow depth limits some disciplines close to shore (and affects wingfoil/foil use)
- Kitesurfing is restricted to marked areas during summer season and school holidays
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, W, WNW, NW, NNW
- Offshore directions
- SW, WSW
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Mostly described as frontal; also linked with gradient/sea-breeze influence in the area.
- Reliability
- high
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Some sources describe light gusts; one source characterizes conditions as moderate-gusts.
- Best Months
- April, May, August, September, October
- Shadow Zones
- Southwesterly winds can be offshore and shadowed by land and trees (regional note).
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Shallow
- Beach
- Sand — Long sandy beach described.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Flat — Often described as flat/very small with occasional chop.
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Chop is referenced, with relatively calm water between waves.
- Launch
- Small — Narrow sandy strip; can become very small at high water levels.
Through the year
High on windy weekends during summer; quiet on weekdays and in winter.
Autumn (October–November) brings the strongest winds and more rain.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Shallow, sandy, and generally calm/take-off friendly for progression. Standing-depth water is described as a major help for learning and freestyle practice; marked zones are used during the summer season.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Good for beginners and slalom riding, but shallow depth requires shorter fins.
- Sail Sizes
- 5.5–8.5 m²
Possible but limited by depth close to shore; typically requires walking several hundred meters out to deeper water.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Depth constraints near the shore limit foil use.
- Min Depth
- Requires walking approximately 200m out to reach 1.5m+ depth.
- Wing Sizes
- 5–7 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Höllviken (Ljunghusen) in the full forecast view.
Höllviken (Ljunghusen) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–30 ktsGusts 48 kts
- Direction
- SW221°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2530 kts
- Windy days
- 6/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–1.7 m3s period
- Temperature
- 7–13 °C
Over the next 7 days, Höllviken (Ljunghusen) is forecast for daytime winds of 4–30 kts, peaking around 30 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 48 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.1–1.7 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
- power-lines
- shallow-water
- rocks
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards reported at the spot.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue coverage described as limited via regional sea rescue services.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major hospital is in Malmö (Malmo). Emergency number: 112.
Rules of the spot
Use the marked kitesurfing zones (green areas during summer and school holidays). Respect any restricted bathing zones and bird sanctuary proximity.
- Kitesurfing allowed only in marked green zones during summer and school holidays (15 June–15 August).
- Kiting is usually prohibited in specific bathing areas during peak summer months.
- Respect bird sanctuary zones nearby.
- A wetsuit is almost always needed; in summer a shorty may be enough on hot days, but conditions are still cool.
- Park directly at the water / designated area before the peninsula bridge to avoid fines.
- Eelgrass can be thick in late summer and may tangle lines or clog foils.
- Beach/launch space can become very narrow at high water levels.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Malmö
- Nearest Town
- Ljunghusen
- Parking
- Parking directly at/near the water; can fill up quickly on windy weekends.
- Public Transport
- Bus connections to Malmö referenced; car recommended/limited direct trains referenced.
- Access
- Just before you get on the peninsula to Skåne/Falsterbo; park directly at the water.
- Cost Level
- Expensive
- Local Language
- Swedish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Various campsites and hotels in Hollviken and Falsterbo.
- Food & Drink
- Restaurants and supermarkets are available in the center of Hollviken (short drive away).
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental available via mobile schools operating in the area.
- Gear Storage
- Limited to school-affiliated members (most visitors expected to bring their own gear).
- Gear Repair
- Repair services mostly located in nearby Malmö; basic repair described via schools/specialist shops.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Höllviken (Ljunghusen)?
The best overall months at Höllviken (Ljunghusen) are May, June, July, August, September. The best wind months are April, May, August, September, October.
Which wind directions work at Höllviken (Ljunghusen)?
Höllviken (Ljunghusen) works with N, W, WNW, NW, NNW winds. Offshore directions are SW, WSW.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Höllviken (Ljunghusen)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Höllviken (Ljunghusen): Kitesurfing: 9–14 m² · Windsurfing: 5.5–8.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 5–7 m². The typical wind range is 12–25 kts.
What skill level is Höllviken (Ljunghusen) suitable for?
Höllviken (Ljunghusen) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner · Windsurfing: Beginner · Wingfoiling: Intermediate.