Wolfgangsee
St. Wolfgang, Austria
The Wolfgangsee in the Salzkammergut is a strikingly beautiful lake that receives sudden, storm-strength NW winds without much warning. These conditions are suited only to expert riders who can react quickly to rapid changes in wind strength. But summer brings a nice thermal breeze, suited for everyone.
Best months: May, June, July, August, September
Wind directions: NW
Water: Chop
Bottom: Pebbles, Rock, Pebbles
Sports: Wingfoil, Windsurf
Local tips
Launch from Franzosenschanze near St. Wolfgang. The NW wind can arrive and intensify within minutes — never launch in marginal conditions. Expert riders only. Always have an exit plan and launch conservatively given the unpredictable gusts.