Attersee
Nussdorf, Austria
The Attersee is Austria's largest lake entirely within one country, lying in the Salzkammergut between Salzburg and Linz. A reliable thermal north wind — the Rosenwind — builds each afternoon, making it a popular destination for wingfoil beginners and intermediate riders. Kiting is not practised here.
Best months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Wind directions: N
Water: Flat, Chop
Bottom: Pebbles, Rock
Sports: Wingfoil, Windsurf
Local tips
Nussdorf windsurf centre on the west shore is the main hub, with rental, tuition, and easy beach access. Seefeld on the east shore is an alternative. Wind arrives in the afternoon — morning sessions are typically calm.