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De Panne · Side Shore Surfers

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About the spot

Side Shore Surfers combines a broad sandy beach with StevoKitesurf instruction at the western end of town. Beginners can learn under supervision in suitable conditions; independent riders need to return through North Sea surf and currents. Rising water reduces the space available for launching.

The summer layout separates the club and western kite sections from bathing areas and the motorboat corridor. The eastern section on the Koksijde boundary lies beside Sint-Idesbald. Check today's zone layout, registration and equipment requirements with the club before rigging.

Water typeCoast

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Access & local notes

Smaller zones 16 June–15 September. Local rules: below 7 Bft, daylight only; check lycra/registration, Talis, competence proof and two hand flares.

Source: Side Shore Surfers · StevoKitesurf · accessed on 13/10/2026

Additional sources: Agentschap MDK · De Panne · Insteekzones · De Panne · Politiereglement 20.04.2026, Art. 629–634

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GPS coordinates

51.1007, 2.5808

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The marker and GPS coordinates show the approximate location of the spot. Follow the designated access points and zones on site.

Skill level

Advanced

Independent riding, staying upwind, launching, landing and self-rescue are required, with control in chop, waves or changing conditions.

The four skill levels

Skill level: Beginner
For first rides and basic skills in suitable conditions. Beginners need qualified instruction and the designated teaching area.
Skill level: Advanced
Independent riding, staying upwind, launching, landing and self-rescue are required, with control in chop, waves or changing conditions.
Skill level: Expert
Extensive experience with difficult launches, surf, currents or obstacles is required. Little room for riding or judgement errors.
Skill level: Pro
An exceptionally demanding specialist spot for pro-level riders. Extreme spot hazards require precise control, local knowledge and agreed safety support.

Editorial guidance based on the spot description. Applies in suitable conditions within the area described; wind, waves and tides can require greater skill. Beginners always need instruction.

Before your visit

Also check tides, surf conditions and the current designated kite zones.

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