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Switzerland Surfski

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Switzerland has many large lakes that can generate favorable conditions for downwind runs. But pay attention to weather forecasts and water temperatures just as you should anywhere if you want to paddle safely. Watch this 2019 sailing race video where an epic storm comes up on Lake Geneva with 60 knot winds.


Downwinds/Paddles


Lake Biel/Bienne


Lake Constance (bordered by Switzerland, Germany, and Austria)


Lake Geneva (bordered by Switzerland, and France)


Nernier to Anieres (downwind with a 'Bise' which is a regular NE wind)



Greifensee


Lake Gruyère


Interlaken (Between the Lakes Thun, Brienz)

Interlaken video

Lakes known for their turquoise waters surfski video


Lake Lucerne


Downwinding Between Flüelen & Beckenried



Lake Lugano


Lake Maggiore


Lake Neuchâtel


Lake Sempach


Lake Silvaplana

Often has afternoon thermal winds - popular for water-wind sports.


Lake Walen


Lake Zug


Lake Zurich



Videos


Adaptive Paddling


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Races


Sale/Rental/Lessons

  • Kanu School Versam (whitewater and river running oriented, sells gear - neoprene, paddle clothing, PFDs)
  • KayakAdventure Not necessarily surfskis, but definitely boating accessories & supplies
  • Surfskipoint multiple locations - sales, rentals, (and lessons at some locations)
  • Surfski Switzerland

Gersau - Meggen