Surfing in Munich

Surfing in Munich

Munich, in keeping with its uniqueness, which has enamored many a tourists, also offers surfing with a twist. Surfing in Munich often refers to river surfing in Munich. River surfing in Germany is impressive and the local surfers in Munich enjoy it like anything.
Surfing is a popular water sports in Munich, Germany. Two of the most fantastic surfing spots in Munich are: Eisbach and Floßlände, two natural and standing river waves. The history of these surfing spots is just as fascinating as the experience of catching a wave here. A small group of surfers who started out in the search for the perfect wave in Munich and finally found it here discovered these two surfing spots years ago.
In fact, the careers of well known and internationally recognized surfers like Quirin Rohleder and Tim Pelz kick started here in Munich. The techniques and maneuvers were adapted from surfing in the sea, whereas the tricks like aerials, Air hop, 360s and floaters are common on the river wave.
Each year at the climax of the river surfing season, the prestigious Munich Surf Opens is held. In 2005 its was held for the 5th time at the "Floßlände" in Munich. Here surfing is as much fun for the surfers as it is a spectacle for the audiences, as strong competition iss expected at both the men´s and women’s contest. The Munich Surf Opens attracts famous names in riversurfing like Mick Höllerer, Gerry Schlegl und Robert Beetz, to line up to perform a big show on the wave. Do not miss the action!!
So if you share the same passion for surfing as these surfers, the next time you head to Germany, before you grab a pint & pork knuckle get a quick surf in. Just remember to bring your wetsuit, booties, and gloves, as when the river is running the water is pretty cold.

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