Schausende (Glücksburg Förde)
- Freestyle, Freeride
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Flat, Chop
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Schausende (Glücksburg Förde) is a small, clean, mostly shallow flat-water kitesurfing and windsurfing area where riders benefit from the ease of practicing on a standing water zone. Conditions are described as calm/flat with some chop, and the beach composition is sand with a small launch area located south of the harbor/marina complex. Wind performance is strongest in the west to west-southwest sector (SW, WSW, W) with a typical range around 12–25 knots. The best months are March through May and again in September, October, and November, aligning with a spring/autumn pattern of more consistent sessions. Spot-level info also flags that gustiness can increase under certain meteorological situations, so it’s important to confirm current wind strength before committing to a larger kite. Safety is dominated by marine traffic and fishing gear. The shipping lane is very close to the spot; riders are advised to stay inside the yellow buoys and keep clear of the main shipping channel and harbor entrance. Fishernets/fishing nets are another key hazard to check for before launching, and there can be underwater stones near the shallow zones. For equipment and temperature planning, water temperatures are reported to reach up to around 22°C at peak summer, while the colder half of the year is much colder—so wetsuits are generally expected year-round. Overall, the spot is presented as a quiet, locally used training ground with straightforward access via the Schausende marina area and nearby amenities for basic convenience.
- SW/WSW/W wind directions
- spring and autumn best months (March-May, September-November)
- shallow, clean, flat-water standing area
- shipping lane + fishernets require extra caution
- Small, clean, shallow water with a mostly flat standing area—good for learning and for flat-water freeride/freestyle.
- Westerly to west-southwesterly winds (SW/WSW/W) are the core directions, with the best season in spring and autumn.
- Generally low current conditions support stable sessions once launch is dialed.
- Limited space on the launch strip can make kite handling more demanding.
- Shipping lane is very close—requires careful navigation and staying inside the yellow buoys.
- Fishernets and shallow stones near the waterline are recurring hazards.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SW, WSW, W
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Thermal — Wind reported as thermal in spot-level enrichment; regionally influenced by frontal/gradient systems with westerly-to-west-southwesterly flow.
- Reliability
- moderate
- Gust Factor
- Steady — Also reported as moderate gusts in the secondary enrichment; use conditions with caution.
- Best Months
- March, April, May, September, October, November
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Chop
- Beach
- Sand — One enrichment also mentions mixed beach areas (sand and grass at launch).
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small — Chop present; also described as flat-to-choppy rather than wave-driven.
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Chop reported; flat-water feel for freeride/freestyle training.
- Launch
- Small — Small beach/strip south of the harbor/marina; also described as limited space on a narrow strip of sand and grass.
Through the year
Lower crowd off-season; can be busier on sunny, windy summer weekends.
Autumn months (October-November) see the most frequent storm activity.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Flat, shallow conditions with generally calm water make it well-suited for flat-water freeride and freestyle, including beginner training; a large standing area is a key advantage.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Used by locals for freeride and learning; shallow water may require shorter fins or staying farther offshore.
- Sail Sizes
- 5.5–7.5 m²
Possible for foil practice, but riders must manage the shallow standing area to avoid hitting the bottom with the foil; recommended as limited foil-friendly compared with true deeper foil spots.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Reported as limited; minimum depth found farther from shore.
- Min Depth
- Found approximately 100-150 meters from the shoreline.
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Schausende (Glücksburg Förde) in the full forecast view.
Schausende (Glücksburg Förde) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 5–21 ktsGusts 42 kts
- Direction
- SW236°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2521 kts
- Windy days
- 5/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.2–1.0 m2s period
- Temperature
- 7–15 °C
Over the next 7 days, Schausende (Glücksburg Förde) is forecast for daytime winds of 5–21 kts, peaking around 21 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 42 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.2–1.0 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
- fishernets
- underwater stones
- shipping lane proximity
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Spot-level info reports no on-site rescue availability. Regional context indicates limited water rescue coverage via a nearby station.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospital mentioned in the Flensburg area. Use the European emergency number 112 for medical and fire emergencies.
Rules of the spot
Keep a safe distance from the marina entrance and stay clear of the main shipping channel. Kite upwind riders give way to leeward; starboard gives way to port. Stay inside the yellow buoys.
- Respect ship traffic.
- Do not kite into the harbor area.
- Avoid fishing areas.
- Stay within designated sport zones marked by local signage.
- Check for fishing nets/fishernets before launching.
- Be especially careful around the shipping lane; it sits very close to the beach.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Glücksburg
- Nearest Town
- Glücksburg
- Parking
- Parking near the marina area (paid parking is reported in Schausende near the marina and designated public parking lots).
- Access
- From Flensburg, follow signs to Schausende and access the beach south of the harbor.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- German
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Hotels/holiday rentals are available in Glücksburg and the Schausende area.
- Food & Drink
- Restaurant and bistro within the nearby marina complex.
- Equipment Rental:
- Regional equipment rental availability is reported; spot-level enrichment does not confirm a specific rental operator.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Schausende (Glücksburg Förde)?
The best overall months at Schausende (Glücksburg Förde) are April, May, September, October, November. The best wind months are March, April, May, September, October, November.
Which wind directions work at Schausende (Glücksburg Förde)?
Schausende (Glücksburg Förde) works with SW, WSW, W winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Schausende (Glücksburg Förde)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Schausende (Glücksburg Förde): Kitesurfing: 9–14 m² · Windsurfing: 5.5–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–25 kts.
What skill level is Schausende (Glücksburg Förde) suitable for?
Schausende (Glücksburg Förde) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner · Windsurfing: Beginner to Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Beginner to Intermediate.