Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd)
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd) is a kitesurfing-focused beach spot with clean water and chop/small-wave conditions. The beach is sandy and medium-sized, with shallow water near the shore that increases in depth as you move out beyond the groynes. Wind is most favorable from N through SE (including NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, and SE). Reported best months are April, May, September, and October. Typical wind speed range is around 12–25 knots, with gusts described as light-gusts and overall wind reliability rated as moderate. Launching and riding require careful navigation because hazards include a nearby bridge and the harbor mole, plus stone groynes along the shoreline/harbor area. The launch area is described as narrow to medium and sandy, with a specific harbor entrance zone restriction. Local guidance emphasizes choosing cleaner East and North-East winds and watching for submerged groynes at higher water levels. Kitesurfing is suitable for freeride, freestyle, and foil once you’re past the shallow nearshore zone. Windsurfing freeride/foil is also possible with the most favorable winds in the northeasterly/easterly range, and wingfoiling becomes practical after you reach safer water depth away from the shore.
- Clean water in a sandy, medium beach setting
- Best wind directions: N through SE
- Shallow nearshore progression with deeper water further out
- Hazard awareness required near bridge, harbor mole, and stone groynes
- Clean water with chop and small-wave conditions
- Favorable wind directions across N through SE
- Shallow nearshore area supports progression for kitesurfing (especially near the beach zone)
- Narrow launch area
- Hazards near the harbor features (bridge and harbor mole) and stone groynes
- Moderate wind reliability
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Frontal wind pattern reported for the spot.
- Reliability
- moderate
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- April, May, September, October
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach with stone groynes (høfder).
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Small-wave conditions are reported alongside chop.
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Chop is consistently reported at the spot.
- Launch
- Medium — Narrow to medium sandy beach divided by stone groynes; near the harbor.
Through the year
Can be busy with local riders on windy weekends; popular with tourists in July and August.
Autumn and winter see frequent low-pressure systems with higher wind probability.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Shallow, flat-water progression near the beach with chop further out. Suitable for freeriding and freestyle; also possible for foil once past the shallow nearshore zone.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Freeride conditions, particularly in northeasterly or easterly winds.
- Sail Sizes
- 5.5–7.5 m²
Suitable for foiling once past the shallow shore zone; sandy bottom reported as making for a safer learning environment.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes
- Min Depth
- approx 50-80 meters from the shoreline
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd) in the full forecast view.
Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 6–24 ktsGusts 41 kts
- Direction
- SW225°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2524 kts
- Windy days
- 5/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.2–1.6 m3s period
- Temperature
- 9–15 °C
Over the next 7 days, Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd) is forecast for daytime winds of 6–24 kts, peaking around 24 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 41 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.2–1.6 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
- bridge
- mole
- stone groynes (høfder)
- narrow beach for launching
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No dedicated rescue availability at the spot as reported.
- Emergency Info
- Call 112 for emergency services; nearest hospital is in Odense.
Rules of the spot
Avoid riding too close to the harbor entrance and respect swimmers in designated beach areas during summer.
- harbor entrance zone
- The spot works best in East and North-East winds, which provide the cleanest conditions.
- Watch out for the stone groynes, which can be submerged at higher water levels.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Odense
- Nearest Town
- Kerteminde
- Parking
- Public parking lot available directly adjacent to the beach at Skrækkenborg.
- Local Language
- Danish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Camping sites and summer house rentals are available in and around Kerteminde.
- Food & Drink
- Several restaurants and cafes are located within walking distance in Kerteminde harbor.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Kerteminde is a classic Danish seaside town with an active harbor atmosphere and a strong summer tourism scene.
A marine research and experience center featuring porpoises and seals.
The former home of the Danish painter Johannes Larsen, with art and local history.
Denmark’s only Viking ship grave, located just south of Kerteminde.
One of the world’s longest suspension bridges, with impressive views and nearby coastal paths.
Renowned seafood restaurant located directly on the harbor.
Family-friendly beach area with shallow water, playgrounds, and mini-golf nearby.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd)?
The best overall months at Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd) are April, May, September, October.
Which wind directions work at Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd)?
Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd) works with N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Windsurfing: 5.5–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–25 kts.
What skill level is Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd) suitable for?
Skrækkenborg (Kerteminde Syd) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate to Advanced · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate.