Ludwigsburg
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Shallow, Flat
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- 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 It may be incomplete, outdated, or incorrect.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
Ludwigsburg is a small-launch, shallow-water kitesurfing spot on the Greifswalder Bodden near Loissin, known for clean water and generally flat conditions with some chop. The water offers a long standing zone that can be suitable for freeriding and practicing new maneuvers—particularly helpful for intermediate riders who want room to stand up and reset. Wind at the spot is most often associated with a northwest component. One source also links the NW pattern to thermal wind, with the wider region additionally describing a dependable afternoon wind window in summer (12:00 PM–06:00 PM). Typical kite wind is described in the low-to-mid 20s knots, and gustiness is generally light. The main downside is local depth and launch constraints: the beach/launch space is narrow next to the small harbor, and parts of the riding area can be very shallow (standing-zone behavior). Windsurfing is possible but limited, and wingfoiling is described as only practical if you’re willing to walk out to reach adequate depth. Safety requires extra attention due to harbor hazards: ships and the harbor mole/pier structure are the key concerns, along with underwater boulders that may sit just under the surface near the mole. Avoid riding directly in the harbor entrance or blocking the shipping lane, and watch for hidden stones near the mole when approaching the shallow margins.
- Shallow standing area for intermediate-friendly sessions
- NW-leaning wind pattern
- Clean water and flat-to-gently-choppy conditions
- Tight harbor-adjacent launch requiring careful navigation
- Shallow, flat-to-gently-choppy, clean water with a large standing area for learning and practicing maneuvers.
- Winds most often favored from the northwest.
- Intermediate-friendly conditions and generally calmer riding area relative to more exposed parts of the bay.
- Small, narrow launch zone by the harbor; tight space especially at high water levels.
- Extremely shallow water in/near the standing area means depth management is important (especially for wingfoiling and windsurfing).
- Hazardous shipping/harbor environment near the mole and harbor entrance.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NW
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Wind is described as frontal in one provider result; another provider characterizes the NW wind as thermal for this launch.
- Reliability
- Reliable during autumn and spring storm cycles.
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- April, May, September, October
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Shallow, Flat
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Flat — Water described as flat; one source notes some chop.
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Kite spot databases describe chop; another provider characterizes the surface as flat.
- Launch
- Small — Small harbor area; narrow beach adjacent to the small harbor.
Through the year
Generally quieter than the main Loissin beach, but can get busy on sunny weekends.
Autumn brings more frequent storm fronts.
By sport
What to expect for each.
A popular shallow-water spot with a safe standing area ideal for freeriding and practicing maneuvers. Water can be very shallow in places and the launch zone is narrow by the small harbor.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Possible but limited by the extremely shallow water; longer fins may require walking far out.
- Sail Sizes
- 5.5–7.5 m²
Suitable if you are willing to walk roughly 100-200 meters out to reach sufficient depth for the foil.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Minimum depth reported around 0.8 m.
- Min Depth
- 0.8m
- Wing Sizes
- 4.5–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Ludwigsburg in the full forecast view.
Ludwigsburg wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–22 ktsGusts 36 kts
- Direction
- SW218°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2522 kts
- Windy days
- 4/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–0.9 m2s period
- Temperature
- 7–14 °C
Over the next 7 days, Ludwigsburg is forecast for daytime winds of 4–22 kts, peaking around 22 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 36 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.1–0.9 m with a period of about 2s. 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
- Ships
- Harbor mole (pier/harbor structure)
- Unmarked underwater boulders (hidden just under the surface)
- Narrow launch zone
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Regional context indicates monitoring via the German Maritime Search and Rescue Service (DGzRS) via the Greifswald-Wieck station.
- Emergency Info
- Emergency number 112; emergency services available in nearby Greifswald.
Rules of the spot
Avoid riding directly in the harbor entrance or blocking the shipping lane.
- Do not ride directly in the harbor entrance.
- Do not block the shipping lane.
- Watch for ships in the bay.
- Be aware of the mole near launch and possible underwater stones near it.
- Westerly winds offer the cleanest conditions.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Greifswald
- Nearest Town
- Loissin
- Parking
- Small parking area near the harbor entrance; parking available near the small harbor.
- Access
- From Greifswald take directions to Lubmin/Wolgast. After 10 km turn left (Neuendorf) and follow the signs to Loissin/Gahlkow, then Ludwigsburg. Drive on Neuendorfer Strasse through the village to the small harbor; the beach is just north of it.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- German
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Camping options are available in neighboring Loissin.
- Food & Drink
- Nearby in Loissin village; small snack options may be available at the harbor during summer season.
- Equipment Rental:
- Extensive rental for kitesurfing and wingfoiling available at local schools (regional context).
- Gear Storage
- Available at the Loissin campsite and associated schools (regional context).
- Gear Repair
- Basic repair services available on-site at major local schools (regional context).
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A historic wooden bascule bridge in the picturesque fishing village of Wieck.
Iconic ruins of a Cistercian monastery famously painted by Caspar David Friedrich.
Scenic long-distance cycling route passing through the coastal forests.
Traditional fish restaurant located in the harbor area of Greifswald-Wieck.
Extensive family facilities and children's activities at the main beach hub.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Ludwigsburg?
The best overall months at Ludwigsburg are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The best wind months are April, May, September, October.
Which wind directions work at Ludwigsburg?
Ludwigsburg works with NW winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Ludwigsburg?
Recommended equipment sizes at Ludwigsburg: Kitesurfing: 9–14 m² · Windsurfing: 5.5–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4.5–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–25 kts.
What skill level is Ludwigsburg suitable for?
Ludwigsburg suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate.