Ragelund (Vassbäck)
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Flat, Shallow, Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
A westerly-direction kitesurfing location where riders commonly use 9–14 m kites depending on conditions. Winds are described as moderate to high in spring and autumn, with moderate gustiness. Safety planning is important here: the spot has reported pier/mole hazards on the south side and submerged rocks/regular stones near the shoreline, so bottom checks and proper protective gear (especially booties) are strongly recommended.
- SW to NW wind directions are the primary working range.
- Beginner-friendly due to shallow, supportive learning water near shore.
- Short, easy launch area with options for rigging and launching.
- Clean, shallow, flat-water conditions with chop and small waves—good for progression.
- Westerly to northwesterly winds (SW through NW) are the key wind directions.
- Launch is generally easy with space for rigging and launching.
- Shallow water and scattered stones/rocks increase underwater hazard risk.
- Turbulence near the southern pier/mole area.
- Cold water—wetsuit required year-round.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Westerly to northwesterly winds are associated with frontal patterns; some daytime strengthening can occur from thermal/sea-breeze effects.
- Reliability
- Moderate to high during spring and autumn.
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gustiness reported.
- Best Months
- March, April, May, September, October, November
- Shadow Zones
- Immediately downwind of the southern pier.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Shallow, Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy beach composition reported.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Small waves reported.
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Chop conditions reported.
- Launch
- Medium — Beach and grass area suitable for rigging and launching.
Through the year
Can be crowded on windy weekends in spring and autumn; busy with swimmers in July and August.
Autumn (September to November) provides the most consistent wind.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Shallow, flat-water kitesurfing spot with chop and small waves. Works best with SW to NW winds (westerly directions). Suitable for beginners and also freeride/wave-style riding.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Suitable for freeride and slalom. Shallow water near shore supports learning and practicing transitions.
- Sail Sizes
- 5.5–8.5 m²
Possible, but the shallow entry requires walking out to reach foiling depth.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes — Foil-friendly when enough depth is reached.
- Min Depth
- Approximately 1.0m
- Wing Sizes
- 4.5–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Ragelund (Vassbäck) in the full forecast view.
Ragelund (Vassbäck) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–21 ktsGusts 41 kts
- Direction
- SSW205°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2521 kts
- Windy days
- 6/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.2–2.0 m4s period
- Temperature
- 7–13 °C
Over the next 7 days, Ragelund (Vassbäck) is forecast for daytime winds of 4–21 kts, peaking around 21 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 41 kts. The prevailing direction is SSW. Waves run 0.2–2.0 m with a period of about 4s. 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
- Rocks
- Pier/mole on the south side
- Submerged rocks near the shoreline
- Stones on the bottom
- Turbulence near the southern end close to the pier
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguard presence reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Spot-level rescue availability was reported as no.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major hospital located in Kungsbacka.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — No localism friction reported.
Rules of the spot
Avoid kite launching in the immediate vicinity of swimmers during peak summer months. Follow summer swimming-zone restrictions where applicable.
- Swimming zone restrictions during summer.
- Check the bottom for stones before starting.
- Use booties due to occasional sharp stones.
- Be cautious around the southern end near the pier; conditions can be more turbulent.
- Avoid kite launching where swimmers are present during peak summer.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Kungsbacka
- Nearest Town
- Frillesås
- Parking
- Parking is available close to the beach / at Ragelund.
- Access
- South on E6/E20, exit in Frillesås and drive south along the coast until you reach Ragelund.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Swedish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Camping and summer cottages in the Frillesås and Vassbäck area.
- Food & Drink
- Seasonal kiosks or cafes nearby in Vassbäck.
- Equipment Rental:
- Specialized rental shops are primarily in Varberg or Gothenburg; some mobile schools serve the Vassbäck area during peak season.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Arts and Crafts style manor house on a nearby peninsula.
Ice-age terminal moraine with panoramic views and insights into local geological history.
Explore the archipelago and protected inlets of the fjord.
Large shopping destination in Kungsbacka with various dining options.
One of Scandinavia’s largest amusement parks in Gothenburg.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Ragelund (Vassbäck)?
The best overall months at Ragelund (Vassbäck) are May, June, July, August, September, October. The best wind months are March, April, May, September, October, November.
Which wind directions work at Ragelund (Vassbäck)?
Ragelund (Vassbäck) works with SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Ragelund (Vassbäck)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Ragelund (Vassbäck): Kitesurfing: 9–14 m² · Windsurfing: 5.5–8.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4.5–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–25 kts.
What skill level is Ragelund (Vassbäck) suitable for?
Ragelund (Vassbäck) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner · Windsurfing: Beginner · Wingfoiling: Intermediate.