Eisbachwelle: Surfing in the center of Munich - Germany

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One of Munich’s top attractions for sports fans and tourists alike. The Eisbachwelle is the largest, best and most consistent city centre location for river surfing. Eisbach river, Englischer Garten

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Highlights

  • The Eisbach river is considered a popular hotspot for surfers and spectators
  • It is located on the southern edge of the English Garden near the Haus der Kunst
  • The Eisbach's surf spot is considered the world's most constant, biggest wave
  • The Eisbach wave has also been used for television and cinema
  • Surfing, Swimming and Bathing in Eisbach - Germany

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The waves on the Eisbach river at the entrance to the Englischer Garten (park) attract surfers and onlookers from around the world. The spot is famous throughout the world for being the largest, best and most consistent city centre location for river surfing. People have been surfing here for 40 years. The man-made Eisbach river emerges from underground just a few steps away from the Haus der Kunst (art gallery) on Prinzregentenstrasse in the Lehel district. A stone step at the outlet generates a standing wave about half a metre tall. Eisbachwelle in Munich: surf or watch The surfers’ stunts are a popular snapshot for the large crowds that gather to watch. Thanks to their wetsuits, surfers can ride the waves any time they want and in all weather conditions, even in winter. International surfers, stars of the surfing scene, like Gabriel Medina, Mick Fanning, Adriano de Souza, Jack Johnson, Robby Naish, Tao Schirrmacher and Garret McNamara, have also been spotted on the waves. Visiting the spot to watch the action is recommended at any time; however, only professional surfers should attempt to ride the waves as the spot is not easy nor without risk and is unsuitable for beginners. Who is allowed to surf at the Eisbach? For the Eisbach, you should already have experience on a surfboard. The Eisbach wave is quite difficult and dangerous to surf because the water is shallow and the current strong. How is the Eisbach wave created in Munich? In the past, the Eisbach wave was completely natural - it only formed when, for example, gravel accumulated in the riverbed and blocked the current. At that time, however, the wave was only surfable for a few weeks a year and could not be planned due to its irregularity. Walter Strasser from Munich changed that in the 80s on his own initiative: he installed a railway sleeper in the lateral river bed. Today, Munich's surfers also have a mobile ramp with which they can stabilise the Eisbach wave. What makes the Eisbach special? The energy that comes out of the tunnel here is unique. The Eisbach has one of the best river waves in the world, and you can surf it every day, and any time. Is the Eisbach dangerous? The low water temperature and the strong current should never be underestimated!

Includes

Daily 3 hours surfing - water time Fully qualified friendly guide All surfing equipment included Wetsuit Full one-piece Neoprene made of 5 mm with an integrated hood 4 mm neoprene surfing booties 7'0” Soft top Surfboard - (more stability and buoyancy) Leash Fins Surf Wax Bodyboard 42' (you can try it) Surf Introduction Surf etiquette Surf safety Drinks (water, beer, juice) Lots of fun and good times

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