Hoek van Holland
Hoek van Holland, Netherlands, Netherlands
Hoek van Holland is not for the faint-hearted. The Maas port breakwater creates a unique wave interaction that, with SW wind, stacks up proper sets in surprisingly clean lines. The same structure that creates good surf also means dealing with serious currents and significant wave height. The local WSHVH club has an active downwinder community with real knowledge of the daily tidal tricks. Come prepared.
Best months: March, April, May, September, October, November, June, July, August, February
Wind directions: SW, W
Water: Sea, Waves
Bottom: Sand, Sand
Sports: Windsurf, Wingfoil, Kiting
Local tips
Black and yellow flag = no kiting. SW can be gusty near the breakwater. WSHVH club is the best local contact. Intermediate and advanced-only, big waves and strong currents.