Surf spot Groß Banzelvitz on the Baltic Sea - Rügen

With north-easterly to southerly winds, beginners will find smooth water, a wide standing area and a meadow for a relaxed set-up. As the spot is very small and therefore quickly overcrowded, ask the local surf school about the conditions beforehand. Groß Banzelvitz is a quiet little village right on the Great Jasmund Bodden. Far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, camping enthusiasts in particular will get their money's worth here, as the spotnahe campsite offers you and your family a variety of leisure activities even on windless days. There are two spots in Groß Banzelvitz, although one of them can only be used by the local kitesurfing school. On the water, you will find a large standing area where at most a choppy wave will build up. This is one of the reasons why this spot is recommended for beginners. Due to the wind cover provided by the Banzelvitz mountains, the wind window is somewhat limited. The spot is suitable for wind directions from NE to S. Features: Toilets Surf school offer - kitesurfing, windsurfing, SUP, kayak instruction Parking facilities

Surfspot Groß Banzelvitz - beginners' spot on the Great Jasmund Bodden

The Groß Banzelvitz surf spot on the Baltic Sea is located directly on the Great Jasmund Bodden on the island of Rügen in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The calm Bodden waters offer smooth water in wind directions from north-east to south, a wide standing area and hardly any swell - at most a slight choppy wave builds up here. This makes the spot one of the most recommended beginner spots on the German Baltic Sea coast.

Wind conditions and special features of the spot at Banzelvitzer Bodden

Due to the wind cover of the Banzelvitz mountains, the wind window at the spot is somewhat limited. As the spot is also quite small and can fill up quickly, it's worth asking the local surf school in advance about the current conditions. In addition to kitesurfing and windsurfing courses, the school also offers SUP and kayak equipment. Please note: One of the two spots on site is reserved exclusively for the local kite school.

Camping and leisure directly at the Groß Banzelvitz surf spot

If you want to stay longer, you can find accommodation close to the spot at the nearby campsite. Groß Banzelvitz offers a variety of leisure activities, especially for families and camping enthusiasts, even on windless days. Parking spaces and toilets are available at the spot. The small village is far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life - a pleasant contrast to busier Baltic Sea destinations such as Bergen auf Rügen or Binz.