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Kitesurfing in Netherlands
8 destinations · 2 regions with curated spots, schools, and shops. Netherlands has 12 kite spots, 0 schools and 0 shops in this directory.
When to kitesurf in Netherlands
Across the 12 kite spots we track in Netherlands, the most reliable months are Jan, Feb and Oct, when the most spots have at least 60% of days with 12 kt+ wind.
Based on Open-Meteo climatology for each spot. How we calculate this
Windiest spots in Netherlands
| Spot | Best season | Windy days | Avg wind | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julianadorp | Oct – Feb | 61–67% | 14–15 kt | 7–16 °C |
| Waddeneilanden | Around Feb | 51–56% | 12–13 kt | 6–11 °C |
| Strand Slufter | Around Jan | 48–51% | 12 kt | 7–12 °C |
| Grevelingendam | Around Nov | 45–50% | 12 kt | 6–12 °C |
| Noordwijk | Around Feb | 44–48% | 11–12 kt | 7–11 °C |
Kitesurfing in Netherlands: FAQ
- When is the best time to kitesurf in Netherlands?
- Across the 12 kite spots we track in Netherlands, the most reliable months are Jan, Feb and Oct, when the most spots have at least 60% of days with 12 kt+ wind.
- What are the windiest kite spots in Netherlands?
- Ranked by the share of windy days in their best months: Julianadorp (Oct – Feb, up to 67% windy days); Waddeneilanden (Around Feb, up to 56% windy days); Strand Slufter (Around Jan, up to 51% windy days); Grevelingendam (Around Nov, up to 50% windy days); Noordwijk (Around Feb, up to 48% windy days).
- How warm is the water for kitesurfing in Netherlands?
- During each spot's wind season the sea is typically 2–16 °C. Bring a wetsuit for the cooler spots.
- Is there flat water or waves for kitesurfing in Netherlands?
- Flat-water spots: Den Haag, Grevelingendam, Strand Slufter, Waddeneilanden. Wave spots: Den Haag, IJmuiden, Noordwijk, North and South Holland, Rotterdam, Strand Slufter.
- Where can I take kitesurfing lessons in Netherlands?
- We don't list any kite schools in Netherlands yet.