Hanstholm
Boulder reefs by Hanstholm harbour, working with a westerly wind.
Hanstholm is at the northern end of Cold Hawaii. Next to the big fishing harbour there are boulder reefs facing north that handle south-west and west winds, the most common in a storm.
When Klitmøller is blown out, Hanstholm can be clean.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Reef |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Best swell | NW, N, W |
| Best wind (offshore) | SW, S, W |
| Tide | No significant tide |
| Size | 1–3 m |
| Best season | Autumn and winter |
| Crowd | Light |
| Localism | Medium |
Surf forecast
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Model forecast for open water a few kilometres offshore: it can't see sandbanks or the shelter of headlands and jetties. The rating (0–5) is worked out from this spot's ideal swell and wind. Use it as a guide and check the sea before paddling out. Data: Open-Meteo (DWD, ECMWF; CC BY 4.0)
Which board to bring
A shortboard or fish. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Hanstholm
The water is around 4 °C in winter and 16 °C in late summer. This is what we'd bring for this spot's water, level and boards.
For water below 7 °C.
View on AmazonWarm feet in winter and protection on rocks.
View on AmazonKeeps your board from drifting off or hitting someone.
View on AmazonThe classic fish fins: speed in soft waves.
View on AmazonSeal a ding on the spot and keep surfing.
View on AmazonWarm-water wax won't grip in this water.
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Localism and vibe
A small Thy community. Respect priority.
Surfing style
Boulder reef waves.
Hazards
Rocks and very cold water.
Map
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Other spots nearby
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The heart of Cold Hawaii: boulder reefs, a surf community and a windsurfing World Cup.
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The banks by the Second World War bunkers, south of Klitmøller.
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Waves on both sides of the jetty in a village where fishing boats are hauled onto the beach.
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A right by the Agger Tange breakwater, at the southern end of Cold Hawaii.
Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.