Stohl (Schwedeneck)
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Flat, Chop, Medium waves
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Stohl (Schwedeneck) is a small Baltic Sea beach launch characterized by clean water and flat-to-choppy conditions, with a sand bottom and a shallow zone close to shore before deeper water (reported around the first 100–150m). This makes it generally attractive for beginner-to-intermediate kiters focusing on freeride and freestyle, and for wave riding only when conditions line up (sources describe medium wave potential in the overall physical picture). The spot’s standout feature is access: expect a long walk from parking (more than 500m) followed by a descent down steep wooden stairs to a narrow sandy landing area at the foot of a cliff. Wind is reported as frontal, and best wind direction is given as SE; other directional ranges are also reported, and the cliff can create wind shadow/turbulence very close to shore in certain directions. Overall wind strength is commonly described in the mid-teens to mid-20s knots. Safety considerations are the main constraint. Hazards are consistently described as stones, with additional detail that there are slippery stones on the beach and submerged boulders/erratics in and near the water. At higher tide the available beach/launch area may shrink significantly, increasing difficulty during setup and landings. Sources also advise checking water level before committing and using booties to protect against sharp rocks. Seasonally, water temperature is cold for most of the year, with summer warming and winter very frigid conditions. Wetsuits are strongly emphasized: only a few warm weeks may allow riding without a wetsuit, while most of the time you should plan on full protection. The spot is described as quiet/low-profile and rarely crowded, partly because of the technical access and the terrain around the beach.
- Beginner-friendly kitesurfing conditions when wind and depth work for the shallow sandy zone
- Long sandy beach with around 100–150m standing/shallow zone before the sandbank
- Access via wooden stairs down a cliff; long walk from parking
- Stones and submerged boulders/erratics—use booties and manage shallow-water launch risk
- Low-profile atmosphere with minimal crowding reported
- Flat-to-choppy water with clean conditions; suitable for freeride and freestyle sessions.
- Shallow sandy area close to shore (around the first ~100–150m standing zone) supports beginner progression when wind is consistent.
- Low-profile/quiet atmosphere with minimal crowding reported.
- Difficult, technical access (narrow launch beach, stairs down a cliff, long walk with gear).
- Stones and submerged boulders/erratics near shore increase risk during launch, landing, and shallow-water riding.
- Wind direction includes frontal patterns and can produce near-shore turbulence due to the cliff.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SE, NE, E
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Front-driven wind pattern reported for Stohl.
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Reported gustiness as moderate.
- Shadow Zones
- The cliff can cause wind shadows or turbulence very close to shore in certain directions.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Chop, Medium waves
- Beach
- Sand — Also described as mixed in one provider’s physical summary; sand is consistently used for beach composition in the baseline.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Medium — Sources describe medium wave potential as part of the physical condition set.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Chop is reported alongside flat-to-choppy conditions.
- Launch
- Small — Narrow sandy beach at the foot of a cliff; wooden stairs down the cliff to the beach.
Through the year
Rarely crowded due to difficult access and technical nature of the spot.
Autumn and winter bring frequent storms and high wind probability.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Flat-to-choppy Baltic conditions with a shallow sandy area close to shore; best for riders who can manage the natural terrain. Technical aspects include access constraints and stones/boulders near the shore.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Possible but access (long carry and stairs) makes it strenuous; flat water behind a sandbank and shallow near-shore area affect where you ride.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.7–6.5 m²
Challenging due to the long walk with a foil and boulder density in shallow areas; foil friendly is limited and deep water may require walking past near-shore boulders.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Limited foil-friendly conditions reported.
- Min Depth
- Requires finding deep water beyond near-shore boulders; sources indicate shallow/deep transition close to shore.
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Not a primary surf spot; can produce small rideable waves during heavy storms for SUP-surfing or longboarding.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- NE, N
- Swell Height
- 0.5–1.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides
- Shelter
- Exposed — Coastal exposure; cliff-top access with exposed beach conditions.
- Wind Effect
- Onshore wind creates the swell but also creates chop.
- Bigger Swell
- Becomes messy and difficult to paddle out.
- Wave Quality
- Poor
- Wave Power
- Soft
- Wave Shape
- Mushy
- Peel Speed
- Slow
- Ride Length
- Short
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Stohl (Schwedeneck) in the full forecast view.
Stohl (Schwedeneck) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 5–21 ktsGusts 40 kts
- Direction
- SW223°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2521 kts
- Windy days
- 5/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–1.2 m3s period
- Temperature
- 7–15 °C
Over the next 7 days, Stohl (Schwedeneck) is forecast for daytime winds of 5–21 kts, peaking around 21 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 40 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.1–1.2 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
- stones
- Large slippery stones on the beach
- Submerged boulders (erratics) in the water
- hidden boulders (erratics) in the water and near the shore
- steep wooden stairs to access the beach
- narrow beach with little room for error during launch/landing
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospital is in Kiel.
Rules of the spot
Respect local nature reserve regulations along the cliff; do not climb cliff faces as they are prone to erosion.
- Do not climb the cliff faces (erosion risk).
- Only a few weeks no wetsuit needed on warm days; otherwise a wetsuit is always needed.
- Long walk for more than 500m from parking to the beach, and then down wooden stairs.
- Check the water level; at high tide the beach can almost disappear.
- Use booties to protect your feet from sharp stones.
- Be prepared for a long walk back to the car after the session.
- Respect the nature reserve regulations along the cliff.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Kiel
- Nearest Town
- Schwedeneck
- Parking
- Limited public parking in Stohl; long walk (>500m) from parking to the beach. Do not block agricultural paths.
- Public Transport
- Regional bus connections from Kiel central station; car is recommended for transporting gear to specific cliff access points.
- Access
- From Kiel take B503 North towards Altenholz, continue to Stohl. Park in Stohl, then walk ~500m through fields to the cliff edge and descend via wooden stairs to the beach.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- German
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Holiday apartments in Schwedeneck and Dänischenhagen; camping in nearby Surendorf.
- Food & Drink
- Small cafes in nearby Schwedeneck; no facilities at the spot itself.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental available via nearby shops/surf centers; no rentals at this specific spot itself per one source.
- Gear Storage
- Limited or generally not available; gear storage generally limited.
- Gear Repair
- Repair shops located in Kiel.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A nature-oriented Baltic cliff-coast area near Kiel with rugged Steilküste scenery and outdoor hiking options.
A historic 19th-century lighthouse offering panoramic views of the Kiel Fjord and the Danish coastline.
Scenic hiking trail along the high cliffs (Steilküste) in the area between Stohl and Dänisch Nienhof.
Traditional German cuisine with a view of the Baltic Sea.
A regional zoo with tropical halls.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Stohl (Schwedeneck)?
The best overall months at Stohl (Schwedeneck) are July, August.
Which wind directions work at Stohl (Schwedeneck)?
Stohl (Schwedeneck) works with SE, NE, E winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Stohl (Schwedeneck)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Stohl (Schwedeneck): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Windsurfing: 4.7–6.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–25 kts.
What skill level is Stohl (Schwedeneck) suitable for?
Stohl (Schwedeneck) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner to Intermediate · Windsurfing: Beginner to Advanced · Wingfoiling: Beginner to Advanced · Surfing: Intermediate.