Stenudden
- Wave, Freeride
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Small waves, Medium waves
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
Stenudden is a small beach/rocky launch on Sweden’s west coast near Gothenburg, known for clean water and wave conditions driven primarily by westerly winds. The spot is consistently associated with SW, WSW, and W winds, with the most favorable period called out as September and October. Conditions are typically described as small to medium wave, with the rocky point creating a focused wave window when the wind aligns well. Kitesurfing is the top match for this spot, but it’s a technical venue. Multiple sources stress that the launch is small and stony with limited landing/launch space, making it unsuitable for beginners. Rocky hazards like slippery stones and sharp rocks are recurring warnings, and cold water protection is required for most of the year. For other boardsports, windsurfing is described as locally popular with wave potential on westerly directions, while wingfoiling is considered possible but limited due to the rocky shoreline and shallow rocky entry (generally for advanced riders who know the bottom profile). Surfing can happen when strong South-West gales produce rideable waves, but the break is described as exposed and often messy unless winds help clean it up. Plan gear and timing around water temperature and wind season. Board shorts are feasible in mid-summer for short windows, while April–June and September–October commonly require a 3/2mm wetsuit, and colder months call for a drysuit-level setup. Overall, this is best treated as an advanced, weather-window spot with careful kite handling and appropriate protection.
- Best wind/wave window: September and October with SW/W/WSW winds
- Clean water and wave potential from a rocky point
- Advanced-only launch due to small, stony entry
- Good wave access on westerly winds (SW/WSW/W), with best months in September and October.
- Clean water and a focused wave window from the rocky point.
- Low-profile spot with a local riding community.
- Technical, small stony launch and narrow takeoff area (not for beginners).
- Rocky entry and slippery stones increase fall/gear-loss risk.
- Cold water for much of the year.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SW, WSW, W
- Wind Range
- 15–30 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Providers describe the spot’s westerly pattern as frontal; wind comes mainly from SW/W/WSW.
- Reliability
- High during the autumn and spring storm seasons.
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- September, October
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 7–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Small waves, Medium waves
- Beach
- Rocks — Rocky bottom and stony launch/entry.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Medium — Sources describe small to medium waves; spot databases list small waves and medium waves.
- Launch
- Small — Limited and primarily stones/rocks; careful kite handling needed.
- Launch Difficulty
- Difficult — Technical launch with rocky/narrow takeoff area.
Through the year
Usually low to moderate; mostly local riders.
Autumn (October–December) includes stronger winds; autumn/frontal storms are the main seasonal driver.
By sport
What to expect for each.
A technical wave spot with a rocky point and focused swell window; best wave/wind sessions align with westerly winds.
- Kite Sizes
- 7–12 m²
A popular windsurf option locally, with wave potential and clean wind on westerly directions.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.2–5.7 m²
Possible but risky due to rocky shoreline and shallow entry; generally recommended only for experienced riders who understand the bottom profile.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
While primarily a wind-sport destination, heavy South-West gales can produce rideable waves for surfers as the wind dies down, though it is often messy.
- Optimal Swell
- SW, W
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides
- Shelter
- Exposed
- Wind Effect
- Requires light or offshore winds to clean up the swell, which is rare at this location.
- Bigger Swell
- Can become quite heavy and challenging with significant white water.
- Wave Quality
- Average
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Mixed
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Medium
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Stenudden in the full forecast view.
Stenudden wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–27 ktsGusts 49 kts
- Direction
- SSW201°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2527 kts
- Windy days
- 6/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.2–2.0 m4s period
- Temperature
- 7–13 °C
Over the next 7 days, Stenudden is forecast for daytime winds of 4–27 kts, peaking around 27 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 49 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
- Sharp rocks
- Slippery stones
- Limited landing area
- Cold water
- Narrow takeoff area
- Technical, small stony launch (not for beginners)
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Spot-level source lists no rescue availability; regional context indicates limited sea-rescue coverage via SSRS.
- Emergency Info
- Emergency services can be reached via 112. The nearest major medical facilities are in Kungsbacka (and larger hospitals in the Gothenburg area).
Rules of the spot
Respect local bird protection zones if applicable in the wider Kungsbacka fjord area.
- Not for beginners (small, stony launch with rocky hazards).
- Booties are highly recommended due to the rocky bottom.
- Not a suitable place to learn due to the technical launch and rocky hazards.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Gothenburg
- Nearest Town
- Åsa
- Parking
- Limited parking is available near the spot.
- Access
- From Gothenburg south on E6 and exit to Åsa. Continue west towards the coast to reach Stenudden.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Swedish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Camping and small guest houses are available in Åsa.
- Food & Drink
- Cafes and grocery stores are located in Åsa, a short drive away.
- Equipment Rental:
- No rentals available directly at the spot.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Stenudden?
The best overall months at Stenudden are September, October.
Which wind directions work at Stenudden?
Stenudden works with SW, WSW, W winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Stenudden?
Recommended equipment sizes at Stenudden: Kitesurfing: 7–12 m² · Windsurfing: 4.2–5.7 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–30 kts.
What skill level is Stenudden suitable for?
Stenudden suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Advanced · Windsurfing: Advanced · Wingfoiling: Advanced · Surfing: Advanced.