Sylt, also known as the German Hawaii, is one of the windiest places in Northern Germany and a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned surfer or just starting out in water sports, the North Frisian island has a spot for every preference and skill level. With its two coasts, Sylt offers both great wave conditions on the west side and beginner-friendly shallow water areas on the east side in the gentle Wadden Sea.
Whether you can surf at a spot or not is heavily dependent on the tides. With a tidal range of about 2 meters, the landscape is constantly changing, and it's important to keep an eye on the times of low and high tide. On the west side, the biggest and most powerful waves form between half tide and high tide, while at low tide, the waves near the shore are often gentler, and the lineup shifts to the sandbanks in front. On the east side, some spots can dry out at low tide. Moreover, there are clear regulations on when you can enter the water to protect the Wadden Sea.
The surf season on Sylt starts around the beginning of April/May when the water temperature exceeds 10 degrees Celsius and ends in October. The best wave conditions are found especially from late summer to autumn. Low water temperatures (< 20°C) necessitate wearing a wetsuit throughout the year. Outside of the high summer months, when a 4/3 wetsuit is sufficient, we also recommend wearing a hood and shoes.
Sylt offers numerous spots for kitesurfing, windsurfing, wing foiling, stand-up paddling, and surfing. With our excellent location at the Brandenburger Strand, we already have one of the best surfing spots right on our doorstep. Our kite, windsurf, and wing foil courses take place 20 minutes away by car in Rantum and Hörnum at beginner-friendly shallow water spots.
