GUSTY

Walensee

Walenstadt, Switzerland

About this spot

Walensee is a narrow, dramatic lake between the cantons of St. Gallen and Glarus, hemmed in by sheer limestone cliffs. A valley-wind from the west reaches 5 Bft on the best days, most reliably in June and July. Kiting is only possible from a boat — on the shore, wing and windsurf dominate.

Current conditions

GUSTY×WINDY

Typical conditions

Ideal wind directions
SWWNW
Best months
MayJunJulAugSep
Water type
Flat waterChop
Bottom type
pebblesrock

Local tips

Launch from Walenstadt strand on the right (east) bank. W wind is most consistent June–July and builds through the afternoon. The steep terrain offers little room to manoeuvre on land — rig carefully and be aware of gusts off the cliffs.

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