Eisbach Wave
Eisbachwelle
A standing wave in the Eisbach urban channel at the southern end of the English Garden, where surfers ride year-round and watching from the bridge is a uniquely Munich sight.
The Eisbach is an artificial branch of the Isar that forms a stable standing wave about 1 meter high beneath the bridge at the southern end of the English Garden, beside the Haus der Kunst. Since the 1970s it has attracted surfers, and even in winter, people in wetsuits take turns riding the wave through the snow. Visitors can watch for free from the bridge on Prinzregentenstraße, just a few steps from the Residenz (Royal Palace) and the entrance to the English Garden. The current is strong, so the wave is only for experienced surfers, and visitors must never go in the water. Accidents have occurred in recent years, and the city may temporarily close the site, so follow on-site notices.
Opening hours
Open all day (surfers mostly out during the day)
Nearby sights
- Maximilianstraße & Maximilianeum
- Munich Residenz
- Hofbräuhaus am Platzl
- Englischer Garten
- Odeonsplatz & Theatine Church
- Villa Stuck
- St. Peter's Church (Alter Peter)
- Marienplatz & New Town Hall