Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop
Water hazards: Bridge, Stakes
Water quality: Cloudy
Infos: The interesting fact about Lake Neusiedl is that no matter where you go on the lake, its deepest point is about 1.5 meters. This makes it perfect for beginners and intermediates to fine tune their riding and jumping techniques without having deal with the fear of going out 'too' deep in the water. In general the water is flat to light-choppy although sometimes small waves may appear at 5 Bft and up. The water is muddy. In winter the lakes freezes. During summer the water has less and during winter more water.
Beach type & size: Sand, Pebbles - Small
Identified hazards: Other
Beachgoer: June, July, August
Wind type: Frontal
Wind specificities: The most or the good wind is in spring and fall at around 4-6 Bft. In summer dead calm weeks are also often with an average of 3-5 Bft. Lake Neusiedl is known for its gusty winds. Steady winds are very rare here. Nicest wind is North/Northwest. Just watch the weather forecast. Depression coming from North brings nice 5-7 Bft. Usual directions are North/Northwest and South. South: is always gusting from 8-20 knots. March to May: very nice wind. June to August: less wind, 1-4 days per week. September to October: more wind again.
Best months: March, April, May, September, October
Access description: by Car -
Specific rules: Time, Fees
Extra: From May 10th to September 20th kiteboarding is not allowed at this location, only for those, who have a storage at the local storage place (around 60 kitesurfers). Fees to access the beach.
Nightlife: Some nightlife, specially in summer great fun (Podo, Martinskeller, bars). Great nightlife in Vienna or Bratislava close by. Huge parties during the annual surf wold cup.
Accommodations: Rooms, Camping, School, Shop, Repair, Rental, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Flat, Chop
Water quality: Clean
Infos: Flat to choppy water.
Infos: No beach. The local kite club has a special launch technique: lay your line out on the street, then the kiter has to swim to a buoy with your bar, and the kite will be hold at the site of the street.
Identified hazards: Trees, Road
Beachgoer: None
Weather specificities: Only in the months July and August you will find warm temperatures, wetsuit needed the whole year.
Wind type: Thermal
Wind specificities: Works only in North wind. Good in spring and fall. During summer only few days with a good thermal.
Best months: March, April, May, September, October
Access description: by Car - From Salzburg to Kufstein, then towards Innsbruck. Exit at `Wiesing/Achensee` and then to Maurach. From Innsbruck towards Kufstein and exit at `Wiesing/Achensee` and then to Maurach. From Munich drive towards Salzburg and take the exit Holzkirchen, drive to Tegernsee, Achenpa or Bad Toelz, then over the border to Achenkirch and then along the lake towards Maurach. This launch is about 2km before Maurach.
Specific rules: License
Extra: You need a license or the membership in the local surfclub. This spot is the only on Achensee allowed for kitesurfing during summer.
Accommodations: School
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop
Water hazards: Swimmers, Ships
Water quality: Cloudy
Infos: The interesting fact about Lake Neusiedl is that no matter where you go on the lake, its deepest point is about 1.5 meters. This makes it perfect for beginners and intermediates to fine tune their riding and jumping techniques without having deal with the fear of going out 'too' deep in the water. In general the water is flat to light-choppy although sometimes small waves may appear at 5 Bft and up. The water is muddy. In winter the lakes freezes. During summer the water has less and during winter more water.
Beach type & size: Grass, Pebbles - Small
Identified hazards: Rocks, Other
Beachgoer: June, July, August
Weather specificities: In summer, air and water temperatures can get quite high. Sometimes the water can reach a warm 28C. A lycra shirt can be recommended on windy days though because of the wind chill factor. Throughout the season a short wetsuit is recommended and normal long wetsuit can be needed due to the sudden temperature fluctuations. Off-season a 5mm wetsuit is needed. Surfers can be seen until mid November. As the lake is very shallow the water temperature is changing very fast. So you should always bring a long wetsuit with you. March to April: air 5-18C, water 5-13C. May: could be anything. June to August: air 15-35C, water 15-25C. September to October: air 5-18C, water 5-13C.
Wind type: Frontal
Wind specificities: The most or the good wind is in spring and fall at around 4-6 Bft. In summer dead calm weeks are also often with an average of 3-5 Bft. Lake Neusiedl is known for its gusty winds. Steady winds are very rare here. Nicest wind is North/Northwest. Just watch the weather forecast. Depression coming from North brings nice 5-7 Bft. Usual directions are North/Northwest and South. South: is always gusting from 8-20 knots. March to May: very nice wind. June to August: less wind, 1-4 days per week. September to October: more wind again.
Best months: March, April, May, September, October
Access description: by Car -
Specific rules: Zones, Time, Fees
Extra: Only for guests of the camping ground, who stay over night. From May 10th to September 20th kiteboarding is not allowed within the first 200 meters from the coast of the whole lake. You can start the kite at the coast and bodydrag or walk the first 200 meters.
Nightlife: Some nightlife, specially in summer great fun (Podo, Martinskeller, bars). Great nightlife in Vienna or Bratislava close by. Huge parties during the annual surf wold cup.
Accommodations: Camping, School, Shop, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop
Water hazards: None
Water quality: Cloudy
Infos: The interesting fact about Lake Neusiedl is that no matter where you go on the lake, its deepest point is about 1.5 meters. This makes it perfect for beginners and intermediates to fine tune their riding and jumping techniques without having deal with the fear of going out 'too' deep in the water. In general the water is flat to light-choppy although sometimes small waves may appear at 5 Bft and up. The water is muddy. In winter the lakes freezes. During summer the water has less and during winter more water.
Beach type & size: Grass, Pebbles - Small
Infos: Small, grass beach with a small stripe of pebbles. Gets packed during summer, make sure to use a little space as possible, and be prepared to wait to launch your kite.
Identified hazards: Fence
Weather specificities: Cold in winter, the lake can freeze. Warm during summer.
Wind type: Frontal
Wind specificities: Winds can change quickly. Most wind direction is N to NW, which is also the best direction here. S to SE is sideoffshore and very gusty.
Best months: March, April, May, September, October
Access description: by Car, Bus - The Neusiedler See is close to Vienna. Podersdorf is on the east side of the beach.
Specific rules: Fees
Extra: This is the official kitebeach in Podersdorf. Here you can kite all year round. Fees to access the beach.
Nightlife: Some nightlife, specially in summer great fun ( Martinskeller, bars). Great nightlife in Vienna or Bratislava close by. Huge parties during the annual surf cup.
Accommodations: School, Shop, Repair, Rental, Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop
Water hazards: Mole
Water quality: Cloudy
Infos: The interesting fact about Lake Neusiedl is that no matter where you go on the lake, its deepest point is about 1.5 meters. This makes it perfect for beginners and intermediates to fine tune their riding and jumping techniques without having deal with the fear of going out 'too' deep in the water. In general the water is flat to light-choppy although sometimes small waves may appear at 5 Bft and up. The water is muddy. In winter the lakes freezes. During summer the water has less and during winter more water. With a Northerly wind extremely flat behind the mole and island.
Beach type & size: Grass, Pebbles - Small
Identified hazards: Other
Beachgoer: June, July, August
Wind type: Frontal
Wind specificities: The most or the good wind is in spring and fall at around 4-6 Bft. In summer dead calm weeks are also often with an average of 3-5 Bft. Lake Neusiedl is known for its gusty winds. Steady winds are very rare here. Nicest wind is North/Northwest. Just watch the weather forecast. Depression coming from North brings nice 5-7 Bft. Usual directions are North/Northwest and South. South: is always gusting from 8-20 knots. March to May: very nice wind. June to August: less wind, 1-4 days per week. September to October: more wind again.
Best months: March, April, May, September, October
Access description: by Car -
Specific rules: Time, Fees
Extra: From May 10th to September 20th kiteboarding is not allowed at this location. Fees to access the beach. Don't enter the water over the mole.
Nightlife: Some nightlife, specially in summer great fun (Podo, Martinskeller, bars). Great nightlife in Vienna or Bratislava close by. Huge parties during the annual surf wold cup.
Accommodations: Rooms, Camping, School, Shop, Rental, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop
Water hazards: None
Water quality: Cloudy
Infos: A great flat water spot. The interesting fact about Lake Neusiedl is that no matter where you go on the lake, its deepest point is about 1.5 meters. This makes it perfect for beginners and intermediates to fine tune their riding and jumping techniques without having deal with the fear of going out 'too' deep in the water. In general the water is flat to light-choppy although sometimes small waves may appear at 5 Bft and up. The water is muddy. In winter the lakes freezes. During summer the water has less and during winter more water.
Infos: The shore is natural reserve. Get there by boat and launch in the shallow water or make an upwinder with South wind.
Identified hazards: None
Beachgoer: None
Wind type: Frontal
Best months: March, April, May, September, October
Access description: by Boat -
Specific rules: Zones
Extra: Don't go onto land, it is a natural reserve.
Nightlife: Some nightlife in Podersdorf.
Accommodations: None
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Level: Expert
Type: River
Water type: Flat, Chop
Water hazards: Swimmers, Rocks
Water quality: Cloudy
Infos: Flat to choppy water.
Beach type & size: Grass - Medium
Infos: Lots of space, big meadow.
Identified hazards: Rocks, Stones, Trees, Concrete
Beachgoer: June, July, August
Weather specificities: Warm in summer, cold in winter.
Wind type: Frontal
Wind specificities: Best with SE wind.
Best months: March, April, May, September, October, November
Access description: by Car - Get to the center of Vienna, then drive across the Donau river and get to Kaisermuehlen. After the bridge get onto the "Am Kaisermuehlendamm" and drive southeast. Drive along the river and after about 1.5km turn right towards the river and park.
Specific rules: Zones
Extra: Mainly for windsurfers, but also for kiters when there are no swimmers.
Nightlife: Good nightlife in Vienna.
Accommodations: Parking
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Flat, Chop
Water hazards: Swimmers, Ships, Buoys, Rocks, Stones
Water quality: Crystal clear
Infos: Cold lake in the mountains with flat to choppy water.
Beach type & size: Grass, Sand, Pebbles - Small
Infos: Beach not reserved for kitesurfers. Be aware of the swimmer zone. Starting and landing of Kites only on the right side of swimmer zone. This is the kiter zone. In summer when a lot of guests are there... kiting only after 5:00 p.m.
Identified hazards: Stones, Trees, Bystanders
Beachgoer: May, June, July, August, September
Weather specificities: Only in the months July and August you will find warm temperatures, wetsuit needed the whole year.
Wind type: Thermal, Frontal
Wind specificities: Works only in North wind. Good in spring and fall. During summer only few days with a good thermal. Never try to kite here during the local wind 'Foehn'. This southerly wind is very strong and super gusty.
Best months: March, April, May, September, October
Access description: by Car - From Salzburg to Kufstein, then towards Innsbruck. Exit at 'Wiesing/Achensee' and then to Maurach. From Innsbruck towards Kufstein and exit at 'Wiesing/Achensee' and then to Maurach. From Munich drive towards Salzburg and take the exit Holzkirchen, drive to Tegernsee, Achenpass or Bad Toelz, then over the border to Achenkirch and then along the lake to Maurach. Parking lot in Maurach 50m to the beach.
Specific rules: Time, License
Extra: You need a license or the membership in the local kitesurfclub. Kitesurfing in summer only after 05:00 p.m. Additionally you need to buy a 'Wimpel' (= authorization to use the lake) from the local shipping administration which is located in Pertisau. Price approx. 14,00 Euro per season. Parking fee at the parking lot.
Nightlife: Several clubs in Fuegen (Zillertal). Otherwise go to Innsbruck.
Accommodations: School, Shower, Toilet, Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop
Water quality: Clean
Infos: Flat water.
Beach type & size: Grass - Small
Infos: Grass beach.
Weather specificities: Nice in summer. The lake freezes during winter.
Wind specificities: The wind blows not often. Good wind if it's coming from the West. Normally some wind after 3 sunny days.
Access description: by Car, Bus - From Salzburg drive north to Obertrum and further north to Mattsee.
Specific rules: Zones
Extra: Don't walk through the reed. You probably have to pay a penalty. It's better to take a boat to get there.
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: River
Water type: Flat
Water hazards: Swimmers, Ships
Water quality: Cloudy
Infos: Arm of the river Danube.
Beach type & size: Grass - Small
Infos: Meadow.
Identified hazards: Trees
Beachgoer: June, July, August
Wind type: Frontal
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Access description: by Car, Bus, Train, Boat -
Specific rules: None
Accommodations: Rooms, Camping, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop
Water hazards: Swimmers, Ships
Water quality: Cloudy
Infos: The interesting fact about Lake Neusiedl is that no matter where you go on the lake, its deepest point is about 1.5 meters. This makes it perfect for beginners and intermediates to fine tune their riding and jumping techniques without having deal with the fear of going out 'too' deep in the water. In general the water is flat to light-choppy although sometimes small waves may appear at 5 Bft and up. The water is muddy. In winter the lakes freezes. During summer the water has less and during winter more water.
Beach type & size: Grass, Pebbles - Small
Identified hazards: Trees, Bystanders, Other
Beachgoer: June, July, August
Wind type: Frontal
Wind specificities: The most or the good wind is in spring and fall at around 4-6 Bft. In summer dead calm weeks are also often with an average of 3-5 Bft. Lake Neusiedl is known for its gusty winds. Steady winds are very rare here. Nicest wind is North/Northwest. Just watch the weather forecast. Depression coming from North brings nice 5-7 Bft. Usual directions are North/Northwest and South. South: is always gusting from 8-20 knots. March to May: very nice wind. June to August: less wind, 1-4 days per week. September to October: more wind again.
Best months: March, April, May, September, October, November
Access description: by Car -
Specific rules: Zones, Fees
Extra: From May 10th to September 20th kiteboarding is not allowed at this location. Fees to access the beach. The north part of the beach (the small bay) is reserved for the local school.
Nightlife: Some nightlife, specially in summer great fun (Podo, Martinskeller, bars). Great nightlife in Vienna or Bratislava close by. Huge parties during the annual surf wold cup.
Accommodations: Rooms, Camping, School, Shop, Repair, Rental, Rescue, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Flat
Water hazards: Swimmers, Ships
Water quality: Clean
Infos: Flat water, little chop.
Beach type & size: Stones - Small
Infos: Small, stony beach.
Weather specificities: During summer shorts and shorty possible, but otherwise a wetsuit is needed.
Wind type: Frontal
Access description: by Car - The Wallersee is located northeast of Salzburg. Get to Seekirchen am Wallersee, from here drive along the north of the lake to Huttich and here to the beach. You need a 2 Euro coin as parking fee.
Specific rules: None
Nightlife: Nightlife in Salzburg.
Accommodations: Camping, Parking
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Small wave
Water hazards: Swimmers, Ships, Fishernets
Water quality: Clean
Identified hazards: Rocks, Stones, Trees
Beachgoer: May, June, July, August, September, October
Best months: May, June, September, October
Access description: by Car, Boat -
Specific rules: Zones, License
Accommodations: Rooms, Camping, Rescue, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Flat
Water hazards: Currents
Water quality: Clean
Infos: Flat water. In the mouth of the `Traun` river the current flows opposite to the wind. Consequently, the resistance of the board increases.
Beach type & size: Grass, Pebbles - Small
Infos: There is a lawn providing enough space to pump up your kite. The small gravel beach can be used for launching. There are many obstacles downwind the launch area, so be careful. The wind is not gusty, so it looks worse than it is. You should be experienced enough to go upwind otherwise you will end up in the bay west to the beach with a long walk back. There is no path on the beach.
Identified hazards: Trees, Fence, Other
Weather specificities: Cold water, even in summer, mostly around 14-16C. Air in summer 20-30C.
Wind type: Thermal
Wind specificities: The spot works only in summer in bright weather situations. Thermal winds NE to E from 9 kts to 13 kts from around 12 noon to 2-3 pm. The wind is onshore to sideonshore. The wind is not gusty, so it looks worse than it is.
Best months: June, July, August
Access description: by Car - From the B145 follow direction to `Rindbach`. At the south end of the lake there is a parking lot. Make sure to buy a ticket. Parking fee (EUR 0.5 per hour).
Accommodations: School, Toilet, Food, Parking
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Flat
Water hazards: Swimmers
Water quality: Clean
Infos: Flat water. You should be able to stay upwind, since there are no other exits from the water.
Beach type & size: Grass, Pebbles - Small
Infos: Grass and pebbles. Very little space. Please look out for swimmers and sunbathers. You cannot launch your kite from shore, do swim out onto the water and launch from there.
Identified hazards: Trees, Bystanders, Other
Beachgoer: June, July, August
Weather specificities: A wetsuit is always needed.
Wind type: Frontal
Wind specificities: With "Foehn" or depressions westerly winds. Gusty winds. Bigger kites with big depower are recommended. East wind is constant, but only strong enough with big Cumulus clouds above Feldkirchen.
Best months: May, June, July, October
Access description: by Car - Get onto the B94 between Villach and Feldkirchen. The spot is located right in the middle of Annenheim and Sattendorf.
Specific rules: Other
Extra: Look out for swimmers and sunbathers. Normal rules on the water apply.
Accommodations: Shower, Toilet, Food
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Flat, Chop
Water quality: Crystal clear
Infos: Flat to choppy water. Beautiful color and clear.
Infos: Small, but long access.
Weather specificities: Only in the months July and August you will find warm temperatures, wetsuit needed the whole year.
Wind type: Thermal
Wind specificities: Works only in North wind. Good in spring and fall. During summer only few days with a good thermal.
Best months: March, April, May, September, October
Access description: by Car - From Salzburg to Kufstein, then towards Innsbruck. Exit at `Wiesing/Achensee` and then to Maurach. From Innsbruck towards Kufstein and exit at `Wiesing/Achensee` and then to Maurach. From Munich drive towards Salzburg and take the exit Holzkirchen, drive to Tegernsee, Achenpa or Bad Toelz, then over the border to Achenkirch and then along the lake to Maurach. Here get to the south tip of the lake.
Specific rules: Time, License
Extra: You need a license or the membership in the local surfclub. Kitesurfing is here forbidden during summer.
Accommodations: School
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop
Water hazards: Swimmers, Stakes
Water quality: Cloudy
Infos: The interesting fact about Lake Neusiedl is that no matter where you go on the lake, its deepest point is about 1.5 meters. This makes it perfect for beginners and intermediates to fine tune their riding and jumping techniques without having deal with the fear of going out 'too' deep in the water. In general the water is flat to light-choppy although sometimes small waves may appear at 5 Bft and up. The water is muddy. In winter the lakes freezes. During summer the water has less and during winter more water.
Beach type & size: Grass, Pebbles - Small
Identified hazards: Trees
Wind type: Frontal
Best months: March, April, May, September, October
Access description: by Car -
Specific rules: Zones
Extra: Special kitezone.
Nightlife: Great nightlife in Vienna or Bratislava close by.
Accommodations: Rooms, Camping, School, Shop, Rental, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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