Spots & areas

International

- A 61-year-old German wingfoiler was rescued from the North Sea shortly before nightfall following a search lasting several hours.
- The search near Hanstholm involved the JRCC, the police and emergency services, using helicopters, boats and land vehicles.
- The man was taken to Aalborg Hospital suffering from hypothermia; the causes of the emergency remain unclear, and advice is being given on safety equipment and choice of spot.

Rescue operation: Missing wingfoiler off Hanstholm – rescued after 10 hours at sea

- A sailing and surfing trip from Kappeln through the Kattegat to lesser-known islands such as Endelave, Anholt and Læsø, and spots off the coast of Fyn.
- Introduction to quiet, partly unspoilt spots with stand-up areas, shallow water, bump-and-jump conditions and occasional waves suitable for various skill levels.
- Emphasis on seclusion, minimal development and few surfers, in contrast to the overcrowded holiday destinations in the Baltic Sea.

Denmark: A windsurfing trip on a sailing boat through the Kattegat

- Couples should not teach each other how to wingfoil, to avoid conflicts; neutral instructors are better accepted.  
- According to Rebekka, women learn more cautiously and analytically, whilst men act more quickly but are sometimes less attentive.  
- A common mistake made by beginners is buying boards that are too small; it’s recommended to opt for more volume initially to ensure faster progress.

Learning to wingfoil as a couple: “Men just do it, women think it through”

- The guide features numerous Danish campsites situated right next to surf spots, within easy reach of the North Sea and the Baltic Sea.
- The spots mainly offer shallow, flat-water areas, some with moderate to powerful waves for windsurfers, kitesurfers and wingfoilers.
- Many sites have surf schools, equipment hire and family-friendly facilities, allowing you to go ‘straight from bed to board’ in various wind directions.

Camping tips: Campsites for surfers – from bed to board in Denmark

- High numbers of visitors to top spots in summer lead to a shortage of parking, accommodation and space on the water; alternative spots are becoming more attractive.  
- Alternative windsurfing and wingfoil spots in Denmark, Croatia, Spain, Norway, Italy, Greece and Germany are highlighted.  
- Many of these areas offer a quieter atmosphere, with some featuring flat water or wave conditions, often with basic facilities and, in some cases, great potential for exploration.

Local tips: Alternative spots without the crowds – here’s where you can avoid the holiday traffic

Denmark

- Europe's big wave spots, especially in Brittany, are in no way inferior to Hawaii's conditions in winter 2025.
- Traversa and team surf Île de Vierge and Île-aux-Vaches in extreme, sometimes chaotic conditions, including broken equipment.
- Bretons live to the rhythm of the ocean; storms attract spectators, the atmosphere on the beach remains friendly despite the extreme conditions.

Gallery: Thomas Traversa on a big wave mission in Brittany

Start of the season: ten spot tips for the Easter holidays

France

Glénan Islands: Boat trip to the Breton paradise - the luxury of simplicity

Spot guide South of France: The best windsurfing spots around Marseille

- Paros is experiencing a comeback as a windsurfing destination for professionals and families thanks to its expanded airport, stable Meltemi and diverse spots.
- In the high season, Meltemi and local jet effects offer over 70 % gliding wind, from flat water areas to challenging wave spots.
- Good infrastructure with surf centres, accommodation, campsites and alternative programmes make Paros attractive despite the heat and rubbish problems.

Spot Guide: Windsurfing on Paros - old spots in new splendour

- Karpathos in the southern Aegean offers daily strong wind conditions thanks to constant meltemi and is considered a paradise for wind sports.
- The photographer documents the surfing community and professionals at spots such as Devil's Bay, Chicken Bay, Gun Bay, Arkasa, Luv Spot and Secret Spot.
- The island combines tough wind sports conditions, rough nature studio and quiet holiday moments and becomes a recurring place of strength and encounters for him.

Report Greece: Karpathos - In the rhythm of the Meltemi

Greece

- Thanks to the local wind systems Vento (north wind) and Ora (south thermal), Lake Garda offers very good windfoil conditions almost every day.  
- Wind and waves vary greatly depending on the spot; microclimates make accurate predictions difficult, experience and observation are crucial.  
- Spots such as Malcesine, Capo Reamol, Conca d'Oro or Al Pra cover a broad spectrum from strong morning winds to winter conditions.

Wing foiling on Lake Garda: Between Ora, Vento and endless foiling sessions – the best spots on Lake Garda

Road trip: Cavazzo, Croatia, Croce - Woife Strasser on a windsurfing tour

Italy

- At the beginning of April, an extremely strong bora caused a state of emergency on Croatia's Adriatic coast for several days.  
- Wind speeds of up to 192 km/h were measured on the island of Rab and the bridge over the Tihi Canal was partially closed on Krk.  
- A caravan was overturned by a gale-force gust on the bridge, while water sports enthusiasts surfed in the Punat lagoon with minimal equipment.

Gallery: Infernal! Pictures of the bora storm on Krk

- Croatia offers several windsurfing hotspots with campsites right on the water and direct access to the board.  
- Premantura, Lošinj, Brač, Pelješac and Dugi Otok offer bora, scirocco or thermals with mostly moderate wind speeds, depending on the season.  
- The spots differ in terms of wave pattern, suitability for freeride, foil or surf as well as infrastructure such as surf schools and family campsites.

Camping tips: Camping directly at the surf spot - the best places in Croatia

Croatia

Moledo/Portugal: Flat water and waves at the Mainpeak wingsurfing school

Spotguide Portugal-South: The best surf spots around Sagres

Portugal

Spot Guide: Southern Sweden – Perfect spots for beginners and pros in Skåne

- Three windsurfers travel to Gotland/Fårö in December, lured by forecasts of 5-6 m waves, 35-40 knots and 0-2 °C.
- The long journey and search for a spot brings extreme, sometimes unsurfable storms, onshore conditions, dangerous reef breaks and icy cold.
- At the end of the day, you realise that you have to respect your limits and experience the character of the journey and nature more intensely than perfect sessions.

Trip Sweden: Windsurfing trip to Gotland - the end of the world

Sweden

- Gran Canaria bietet neben dem ruppigen Pozo ruhigere Spots wie Bahia de Formas und Bahia Feliz für Anfänger, Freerider und Speedsurfer.
- Vargas ist ein variabler Wavespot mit teils besseren Wellen als Pozo, bietet je nach Swell auch Bump-&-Jump-Bedingungen und getrennte Bereiche für Nutzer.
- Rund 300 Tage im Jahr herrschen perfekte Windsurf-Bedingungen, mit Sommerfokus auf Pozo und Winterfokus auf Playa del Ingles und Bahia Feliz.

Spot-Tipps von Björn DunkerbeckPozos sanfte Nachbarn - Freeriden auf Gran Canaria

- Trip to Gran Canaria characterised by the failure of the north-east trade wind and storm Therese with hurricane, strong winds and unusual south-westerly winds.
- Several challenging windsurfing sessions at spots such as Pozo, Salinas and Castillo, including equipment damage, injuries and professional level on the water.
- Despite storm damage, closures and beach rubbish: seven out of ten days of wind, positive results and praise for the organisation by Pozowinds.

Travel: Storm Therese on Gran Canaria - Travel report by Arne Wolf

Spain

- Wild camping is prohibited in the Netherlands, with fines of up to 500 euros; numerous campsites with direct access to water are the alternative.  
- IJsselmeer and Veluwemeer spots plus Veerse Meer are presented, where campers can access the water directly from the site on foot with a board.  
- The spots mainly offer shallow shallow water for beginners and intermediates, some chop and small waves; wind direction and gusts vary depending on the location.

Camping tips right on the spot: campsites for surfers in the Netherlands

- Standing areas offer shallow, mostly shallow water, low swell and a high level of safety for beginners and intermediates in windsurfing.  
- The spots presented range from inland areas and Baltic Sea bays to Caribbean and Egyptian lagoons, some of which have a year-round wind season.  
- Many spots have surf schools, hire centres, campsites or resorts, making surf sessions convenient and logistically simple.

Shallow water paradises: Ten standing waters to enjoy and learn

Other Europe

- Maui is now extremely expensive, densely built-up and characterised by a property boom, long commutes and high costs for accommodation, cars and equipment.  
- Windsurfing is centred on two spots: the risky, challenging Hookipa and the more relaxed Kanaha, with its excellent facilities, which serves as a ‘playground’.  
- Despite the dangers, costs, unpredictable wind and lack of nightlife, Maui continues to attract visitors – fuelled by memories, the proximity to celebrities and those rare ‘epic days’.

Hookipa, Kanaha, Spreckelsville: Maui – Myth and Reality of the Dream Island

- From July to December, the north-east of Brazil enjoys very consistent wind conditions, with the strongest winds occurring from September to November.  
- At Christmas and in January, the wind is 5–8 knots weaker, but remains very reliable at 11–25 knots, depending on the spot.  
- The rainy season usually brings short showers and cloudy conditions; prolonged lulls are rare, spots are less crowded and waves are often bigger.

Winter destination: Jeri and Brazil during the rainy season – in the right place at the wrong time?

Overseas

The best windsurfing spots in the world - from A for Australia to Z for Cyprus

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International spots & areas

Rescue operation
Missing wingfoiler off Hanstholm – rescued after 10 hours at sea

Denmark
A windsurfing trip on a sailing boat through the Kattegat

Learning to wingfoil as a couple
“Men just do it, women think it through”

Denmark

Camping tips
Campsites for surfers – from bed to board in Denmark

Local tips
Alternative spots without the crowds – here’s where you can avoid the holiday traffic

France

Gallery
Thomas Traversa on a big wave mission in Brittany

Start of the season
Ten spot tips for the Easter holidays

Glénan Islands
Boat trip to the Breton paradise - the luxury of simplicity

Spot guide South of France
The best windsurfing spots around Marseille

Greece

Spot Guide
Windsurfing on Paros - old spots in new splendour

Report Greece
Karpathos - In the rhythm of the Meltemi

Italy

Wing foiling on Lake Garda
Between Ora, Vento and endless foiling sessions – the best spots on Lake Garda

Road trip
Cavazzo, Croatia, Croce - Woife Strasser on a windsurfing tour

Croatia

Gallery
Infernal! Pictures of the bora storm on Krk

Camping tips
Camping directly at the surf spot - the best places in Croatia

Portugal

Moledo/Portugal
Flat water and waves at the Mainpeak wingsurfing school

Spotguide Portugal-South
The best surf spots around Sagres

Sweden

Spot Guide
Southern Sweden – Perfect spots for beginners and pros in Skåne

Trip Sweden
Windsurfing trip to Gotland - the end of the world

Spain

Spot-Tipps von Björn DunkerbeckPozos sanfte Nachbarn - Freeriden auf Gran Canaria

Travel
Storm Therese on Gran Canaria - Travel report by Arne Wolf

Other Europe

Camping tips right on the spot
Campsites for surfers in the Netherlands

Shallow water paradises
Ten standing waters to enjoy and learn

Overseas

Hookipa, Kanaha, Spreckelsville
Maui – Myth and Reality of the Dream Island

Winter destination
Jeri and Brazil during the rainy season – in the right place at the wrong time?

International spots & areas

Rescue operationMissing wingfoiler off Hanstholm – rescued after 10 hours at sea

DenmarkA windsurfing trip on a sailing boat through the Kattegat

Learning to wingfoil as a couple“Men just do it, women think it through”

Denmark

Camping tipsCampsites for surfers – from bed to board in Denmark

Local tipsAlternative spots without the crowds – here’s where you can avoid the holiday traffic

France

GalleryThomas Traversa on a big wave mission in Brittany

Start of the seasonTen spot tips for the Easter holidays

Glénan IslandsBoat trip to the Breton paradise - the luxury of simplicity

Spot guide South of FranceThe best windsurfing spots around Marseille

Greece

Spot GuideWindsurfing on Paros - old spots in new splendour

Report GreeceKarpathos - In the rhythm of the Meltemi

Italy

Wing foiling on Lake GardaBetween Ora, Vento and endless foiling sessions – the best spots on Lake Garda

Road tripCavazzo, Croatia, Croce - Woife Strasser on a windsurfing tour

Croatia

GalleryInfernal! Pictures of the bora storm on Krk

Camping tipsCamping directly at the surf spot - the best places in Croatia

Portugal

Moledo/PortugalFlat water and waves at the Mainpeak wingsurfing school

Spotguide Portugal-SouthThe best surf spots around Sagres

Sweden

Spot GuideSouthern Sweden – Perfect spots for beginners and pros in Skåne

Trip SwedenWindsurfing trip to Gotland - the end of the world

Spain

Spot-Tipps von Björn DunkerbeckPozos sanfte Nachbarn - Freeriden auf Gran Canaria

TravelStorm Therese on Gran Canaria - Travel report by Arne Wolf

Other Europe

Camping tips right on the spotCampsites for surfers in the Netherlands

Shallow water paradisesTen standing waters to enjoy and learn

Overseas

Hookipa, Kanaha, SpreckelsvilleMaui – Myth and Reality of the Dream Island

Winter destinationJeri and Brazil during the rainy season – in the right place at the wrong time?

Rescue operation
Missing wingfoiler off Hanstholm – rescued after 10 hours at sea

Denmark
A windsurfing trip on a sailing boat through the Kattegat

Learning to wingfoil as a couple
“Men just do it, women think it through”

Camping tips
Campsites for surfers – from bed to board in Denmark

Local tips
Alternative spots without the crowds – here’s where you can avoid the holiday traffic

Gallery
Thomas Traversa on a big wave mission in Brittany

Start of the season
Ten spot tips for the Easter holidays

Glénan Islands
Boat trip to the Breton paradise - the luxury of simplicity

Spot guide South of France
The best windsurfing spots around Marseille

Spot Guide
Windsurfing on Paros - old spots in new splendour

Report Greece
Karpathos - In the rhythm of the Meltemi

Wing foiling on Lake Garda
Between Ora, Vento and endless foiling sessions – the best spots on Lake Garda

Road trip
Cavazzo, Croatia, Croce - Woife Strasser on a windsurfing tour

Gallery
Infernal! Pictures of the bora storm on Krk

Camping tips
Camping directly at the surf spot - the best places in Croatia

Moledo/Portugal
Flat water and waves at the Mainpeak wingsurfing school

Spotguide Portugal-South
The best surf spots around Sagres

Spot Guide
Southern Sweden – Perfect spots for beginners and pros in Skåne

Trip Sweden
Windsurfing trip to Gotland - the end of the world

Travel
Storm Therese on Gran Canaria - Travel report by Arne Wolf

Camping tips right on the spot
Campsites for surfers in the Netherlands

Shallow water paradises
Ten standing waters to enjoy and learn

Hookipa, Kanaha, Spreckelsville
Maui – Myth and Reality of the Dream Island

Winter destination
Jeri and Brazil during the rainy season – in the right place at the wrong time?