Saxemara North
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Shallow, Chop
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Shallow, choppy riding area over mixed bottom (with stones/rocks near the shore). Conditions are best with an east wind and typically in spring and autumn. Safety considerations are important: stones are present and are reported to be marked with sticks, but they can still be hazardous—especially given the shallow depth. Use appropriate footwear and check water levels before committing to lines.
- Easy access with large parking right by the rigging/launch area
- Clean, shallow water with choppy conditions
- East winds preferred; best months include April and October
- Clean water and small, accessible launch area next to parking.
- Works best in a defined wind window from the east, with a choppy but manageable setup.
- Shallow water with scattered stones/rocks in the riding area.
- Choppy conditions can make it less forgiving for less experienced riders.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E
- Wind Range
- 12–35 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Wind is described as frontal in regional notes.
- Reliability
- moderate
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- April, October
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Shallow, Chop
- Beach
- Sand — Some sources also describe mixed composition.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Flat — Waves are described as flat; overall water is still choppy due to wind.
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Described as shallow choppy water.
- Launch
- Small — Small beach area immediately adjacent to the parking zone.
Through the year
Usually quiet; slightly busier on windy weekends in spring.
Late autumn can bring more frequent storm systems and higher winds.
By sport
What to expect for each.
A kitesurfing spot on shallow, choppy water with a small beach and clean water. Best when winds are from the east, with special caution required due to stones/rocks in and near the shallow riding area.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Saxemara North in the full forecast view.
Saxemara North wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 5–23 ktsGusts 43 kts
- Direction
- SW216°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2523 kts
- Windy days
- 4/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–3.6 m5s period
- Temperature
- 6–13 °C
Over the next 7 days, Saxemara North is forecast for daytime winds of 5–23 kts, peaking around 23 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 43 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.1–3.6 m with a period of about 5s. 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
- Stones
- Underwater rocks
- Shallow water
- Stones near the launch
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Regional context indicates rescue is limited on-site; Swedish Sea Rescue Society operates in nearby areas.
- Emergency Info
- Emergency number: 112. Major medical facility is Blekingesjukhuset in Karlskrona (about 25 km away).
- Localism / Vibe
- None — Sources describe no localism friction for this spot.
Rules of the spot
Standard international right-of-way rules apply.
- Stones are marked with sticks and tend to come in groups, with plenty of open space between stone clusters.
- Check the water levels before riding as the depth can fluctuate.
- Wear booties to protect against sharp stones and rocks in the launch area.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Saxemara
- Nearest Town
- Saxemara
- Parking
- Large parking area directly adjacent to the rigging spot.
- Access
- Good big parking next to the rigging place; small beach area adjacent to the parking zone is used for rigging and launching.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Swedish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Accommodations range from guesthouses and camping in Saxemara to hotels in nearby Ronneby.
- Food & Drink
- Basic services are available in Saxemara; more options in Ronneby.
- Equipment Rental:
- Rental gear is primarily available through regional mobile kite schools rather than permanent beach-side shops.
- Gear Storage
- No public gear storage facilities are available at the coast.
- Gear Repair
- Minor repairs may be facilitated by local schools; dedicated repair shops are in larger hubs.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Saxemara North?
The best overall months at Saxemara North are April, October.
Which wind directions work at Saxemara North?
Saxemara North works with E winds.
What skill level is Saxemara North suitable for?
Saxemara North suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate.