Kite-surf Borssele

Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop Water hazards: Mole Water quality: Cloudy Infos: Good spot for in the winter, because of the water coming out of the nuclear powerplant. Beach type & size: Grass, Sand - Tidal Infos: When the tide is high there is a small beach left. Identified hazards: None Beachgoer: None Weather specificities: The summer temp is around 25C, in the winter around freezing. In the summer the water is around 20C and in winter 8C. The weather in Holland is very variable. From March to October the temperature is pretty good. When you are lucky you can have some days that you don`t have to wear a wetsuit. But normally you definitely need a wetsuit. In the months November to February it's winter time. Only die hards go out kiting with caps and hats. The water is always a bit warmer here due to the cooling waters from the power plant. Wind type: Frontal Wind specificities: Good wind directions from SE to NW. Best months: March, April, May, September, October, November Access description: by Car - From Roosendaal take A4, A58 towards Middelburg. Bevore Middelburg exit in Zuid-Beveland and drive until you reach Borssele. Just in front of the power plant. Specific rules: Other Extra: Kitesurfing has been permitted again, but only for tube kites, since a foil caused major problems before by flying into the power lines. Accommodations: Parking