Surfspot Hiddensee - surfing on the Baltic Sea

The car-free island of Hiddensee is an adventure playground for wave lovers, especially when the wind blows from southwest to north. In front of the natural beach, the waves are almost big by Baltic Sea standards - in strong north-westerly winds, the green rollers build up to three meters. The beautiful island of Hiddensee lies a long way off the west coast of Rügen. It takes about an hour to get to the island by ferry or a little quicker by water cab, preferably from Stralsund or Schaprode. Once you arrive on Hiddensee, you will find one thing above all: peace and quiet. Only a few cars, e.g. from the rescue service and the fire department, are allowed. This poses a problem: how do you transport your equipment? However, there is a good alternative for those who don't want to lug their gear around. The surf school in Vitte, located directly between the Bodden and the open Baltic Sea, opposite the old mill, rents out everything your heart desires. Advanced windsurfers and kitesurfers will get their money's worth in the north-westerly winds on the Baltic Sea side. On stormy days, waves of over 3 meters can build up there. The spot is not recommended for kitesurfing beginners due to the groynes and shallow depth. Hiddensee is definitely worth a visit as a special surfing vacation destination, where families and nature-loving water sports enthusiasts in particular can find peace and quiet away from the crowds. The spot is suitable for wind directions from SW to N. Facilities: Toilets, showers, waste disposal (at the surf school) Surf school offers - windsurfing, SUP and sailing instruction, kite, SUP and windsurfing equipment hire No cars allowed

Surfspot Hiddensee: wild waves on the Baltic Sea in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

The surf spot Hiddensee is one of the most unusual surfing experiences on the German Baltic Sea coast. The elongated island lies off the west coast of Rügen and offers impressive conditions when the wind blows from southwest to north. On stormy days, waves of up to three meters can build up on the open Baltic Sea side - a real rarity by Baltic Sea standards. Advanced windsurfers and kitesurfers get their money's worth here.

Vitte surf school: rental and courses directly on Hiddensee

Since almost no private cars are allowed on Hiddensee, the question of transporting equipment arises. The surf school in Vitte, which is located directly between the Bodden and the open Baltic Sea, opposite the old mill, offers a practical solution. Kite, windsurfing and SUP equipment is available for hire there, as well as windsurfing, SUP and sailing courses. Toilets and showers are also available. The spot is less suitable for kite beginners due to groynes and shallow depths.

Nature experience and tranquillity away from the crowds

What sets Hiddensee apart from other surf spots on the Baltic coast of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern - for example around Stralsund, Rügen or Fischland-Darß-Zingst - is the special atmosphere of the car-free island. Families and nature-loving water sports enthusiasts will find relaxation and an unspoiled landscape here. The natural beach on the Baltic Sea side also offers an authentic island experience on quieter days, far away from the crowds of tourists.

Journey to Hiddensee: ferry from Stralsund or Schaprode

Hiddensee can only be reached by boat. Ferries depart regularly from Stralsund, which has a well-connected train station - the crossing takes around an hour. If you want to get there faster, you can take a water cab. Alternatively, you can leave from Schaprode on Rügen, which can be reached by car via the B96. Surf equipment should ideally be rented locally due to the island's car-free nature.