Urban sands

Recently fully renovated in time for its 100th anniversary, the Wannsee Beach Complex, southwest of Berlin, is Europe’s largest public beach complex. As well as 1,275 metres of beach, there are changing rooms, showers, shops, and sports facilities. The promenade and complex’s rooftop offer great views of the lake and its surroundings. www.berlin.de

Set your sights on style

If you’re looking for summer surf chic and 100% ultra violet protection for your eyes, these Quiksilver Wiz sunglasses will tick all boxes. Shatter resistant with a hard-wearing frame in case you sit on them, but a soft megol nose and temple pads so you barely notice they’re there. €75, www.quikstore.eu

Splashing sounds

Whistle while you surf with h2o audio’s range of waterproof cases and accessories for iPods. The latest will house your iPod Nano (2nd generation), is waterproof up to three metres, and includes armband and headphones. From €59, www.h2oaudio.com

Flexing your foil

Take advantage of the sea breeze and fly a kite. With a wingspan of 145cm, a Flexifoil Buzz kite is a powerful but perfect starter suitable for children as young as six. It is simple to set up and because it has two lines rather than one it is easy to control and fly. From €70, www.flexifoil.com

Get ready to reveal all on the beach

The safest way to tan is to fake it, and what could be easier than combining your normal moisturising routine with a gentle tanning lotion? Created by spray tan professionals, Naturasun Daily Glow Lotion will give you softer skin and a gentle golden glow. It’s just the thing to get skin prepped and you ready to strut your stuff in the sun.€17, www.naturasun.com