Borkum
Germany
Dahme Seebrucke
Germany
Damp
Germany
Dazendorf
Germany
Dierhagen-Neuhaus
Germany
Eisbachwelle
Germany
The Eisbachwelle is a standing wave formed by the acceleration of water over engineered stone steps beneath the Prinzregentenstraße bridge. The wave holds a height of roughly one meter under normal conditions, though it can build to three or four feet depending on river flow rates. The shallow water—typically just 40 centimeters—flows over a riverbed of concrete blocks, rock, and exposed substrate. A persistent, forceful current runs year-round, creating a genuinely dangerous break that requires proficiency in river dynamics and powerful swimming ability. Swimmers have been pulled underwater and swept downstream into infrastructure behind the nearby Tivoli bridge, requiring rescue. The break is structurally unforgiving: obstacles including discarded metal, glass, and stones line the bottom. Beginning in the early 1970s, a handful of Munich surfers recognized the spot's potential after engineers installed concrete baffles to manage water flow for the Olympics. The wave had been ridden illegally for decades before the city formally legalized surfing in 2010. For over 50 years, it has drawn a dedicated local scene; the spot now hosts an annual competition and is regarded as an important proving ground for river-wave technique. The Eisbach represents one of the world's few year-round urban river-break opportunities in a major European city. The wave sits in the Englischer Garten, one of Europe's largest inner-city parks, directly beneath the Haus der Kunst museum near downtown Munich. A companion surfer is mandatory for safety, and riding is restricted between 5:30 am and 10 pm. Winter water temperatures drop near freezing, while summer highs reach around 17°C, making neoprene essential year-round. Access is straightforward—the spot is accessible by public transit and on foot from central Munich.
Fehmarn Altenteil
Germany
Fehmarn Staberhuk
Germany
Fehmarn Westermarkelsdorf
Germany
L&T surfer wave
Germany
The Hasewelle is a stationary wave generated by Citywave technology in the basement of an L&T sports department store in downtown Osnabrück. The wave reaches 1.4 to 1.8 meters in height and operates within a pool measuring 7.5 by 16 meters, with its intensity adjustable to suit different skill levels from beginners to advanced riders. It accommodates surfboards, SUPs, bodyboards, and kayaks year-round regardless of weather. The facility opened in March 2018 and has since become a venue for standing wave surfing competitions. The o2 Surf Masters series, which began in 2026, now tours five German standing waves with L&T Hasewelle as the first stop each year, awarding competitors prize money and surf camp trips. This represents the introduction of rapid surfing—performing tricks on stationary waves—to competitive events in the region. Access is provided through 45-minute booking slots with instruction available, and the wave operates continuously from within a shopping center, making it accessible regardless of season or ocean conditions. The facility circulates approximately 400,000 liters of water through the wave system.
Timmendorfer Strand
Germany
Timmendorfer Strand is a beginner beach break in Eastern Germany with a sand bottom. The accessible nature of the spot and sandy substrate make it suitable for newer surfers, though expect crowds.
Warnemünde
Germany
Warnemünde is a sand-bottom beach break near Rostock in Eastern Germany, offering right-hand waves best on southern swell during low to mid tide with southwest to southeast winds. Localism can be a factor at this break.
Westerland Sylt
Germany