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De Vooroever is a flat-water kitesurf spot on the IJsselmeer near Medemblik (Noord-Holland). Shallow standing water, ideal for beginners and freestyle. Part of the popular IJsselmeer kitesurf network. Good for paddle and sup foiling too.
Works with N/NE/E/NW/W. Shallow — good standing area. Quiet spot. Year-round accessible. Nearby: Schellinkhout (another popular IJsselmeer spot, 15km south). Medemblik is a historic sailing town with a medieval castle (Kasteel Radboud) and good facilities.
GPS: De Vooroever, Medemblik, Noord-Holland. Access via N240/N302 to Medemblik. Parking near shore. Year-round. Medemblik town facilities available.
IJsselmeer — flat to light chop. Shallow (standing area). Fresh water. No tidal influence. Good for beginners, freestyle, paddle and sup foiling. Year-round.
Beginner
Open all year round
Free parking directly on site. Navigate to "De Vooroever" or Oosterdijk 8, Medemblik.
Shallow IJsselmeer — standing area but poles/anchors near dyke. Wind shadow from dyke behind. SW creates turbulence behind dyke. Drag-launch preferred. No tidal currents. Summer: swimming zones. Wetsuit in winter.
N/NE/E/NW/W best. SW: wind shadow from dyke. Year-round. Summer thermals. Best spring/autumn for consistent wind. Quiet, uncrowded IJsselmeer spot.
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