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Barrier at Diana Baths remains confined due to fence limitation

Munich City Claims Control over English Garden Surfing's Wave

Barrier for Diana's Bath has been limited by the installation of a fence
Barrier for Diana's Bath has been limited by the installation of a fence

Barrier at Diana Baths remains confined due to fence limitation

**Munich's Dianabadschwelle Surf Spot Gets a Makeover**

The popular surf spot at Dianabadschwelle in Munich's English Garden has seen significant changes, with new regulations and improved access on the horizon.

Until recently, surfing at Dianabadschwelle was officially forbidden, and residents had attempted to discourage surfers. However, following a tragic accident in April 2025, the spot was closed for two months. As of early July 2025, surfing has been re-allowed with new safety regulations in place. These include the mandatory use of a self-releasing leash, surfing only in pairs, and no surfing at night [1].

Looking towards the future, the city of Munich plans to make these regulations permanent at Dianabadschwelle. The city mayor, Reiter, has also expressed a desire to create a "reasonably accessible wave" on the western bank of the river adjacent to the park. Since 2012, a fence installed by the Bavarian administration made access from this side nearly impossible, enforcing the former surf ban. Now, pending the completion of land deals with the Free State of Bavaria, the city aims to develop easier entry and exit for surfers [1].

The new concept for Dianabadschwelle is intended to ensure legal and safe access. The necessary construction effort for this is expected to be minimal [1]. With these developments, Dianabadschwelle is now a legally recognized second Eisbach wave for surfing in Munich, and improvements for both regulated use and better facilities are planned once the legal and land arrangements are finalized [1][2].

| Aspect | Current Status | Future Plans | |---------------------|-----------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------| | Surfing legality | Surfing allowed with new regulations (self-releasing leash, surfing only in pairs, no night surfing) | Same rules to be permanent | | Access | Difficult on west side due to 2012 fence | Easier entry and exit to be developed once land deals conclude | | Development | Spot reopened after safety review | Minimal construction to create accessible wave |

These developments align with the city's recognition of Dianabadschwelle as an important and iconic surfing spot within the Eisbach river course in Munich [1][2]. It is worth noting that the wave was primarily used by kayakers before surfers discovered it in the 2010s. The city mayor, Reiter, is excited about the possibility of another surf wave in Munich, in addition to the floss landing and Eisbach.

References: [1] Munich Surfers Association. (2025). Dianabadschwelle: The new Eisbach wave. Retrieved from https://www.munichsurfers.com/news/dianabadschwelle-the-new-eisbach-wave [2] City of Munich. (2025). Dianabadschwelle: A new era for surfing in Munich. Retrieved from https://www.muenchen.de/stadtentwicklung/wasserwirtschaft/wasserwirtschaft-muenchen/eisbach-und-surfwelle/dianabadschwelle-surfwelle/dianabadschwelle-surfwelle.html

The surfing regulations at Dianabadschwelle in Munich's English Garden now include the mandatory use of a self-releasing leash, surfing only in pairs, and no surfing at night.

In the future, the city of Munich plans to create a "reasonably accessible wave" on the western bank of the river adjacent to the park, making it easier for surfers to gain access to the popular surf spot.

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