Brombachsee
Germany · Windsurf · Wingfoil · SUP
- Best winds SW, W
- Level Beginner · Intermediate
- Water Flat water
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
The Großer Brombachsee is a large reservoir in the Franconian Lake District between Nuremberg and Ingolstadt, surrounded by Spalt, Pleinfeld and Gunzenhausen, around 10 km long and 2–3 km wide. Its steady wind makes it a popular area for windsurfers and wingfoilers. When does the Brombachsee work best? Wind along the lake's length – east to west – has the clear advantage, running in freely across the whole surface; in summer high-pressure systems east of Germany often deliver stable easterly wind that is reinforced locally. Depending on direction there is a suitable entry: the Mitteldamm is the first choice in easterly wind, Ramsberg in the south works well from northwest to east. A surf and kite school offers courses for surf, SUP, wing and kite. A wide, calm surface with gentle chop – beginner-friendly for windsurf, wingfoil and SUP.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, January is the windiest month: on 19 % of days the wind blows at 12 knots or more from a direction that works at this spot for at least three daytime hours. It then mostly blows from the west. The most reliable period runs from January to February. The least wind is in July (2 %). In the warmer season (water from 15 °C), May brings the most wind days (6 %).
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
19 %
| 7 kn | W | 2 °C |
| February |
17 %
| 7 kn | W | 4 °C |
| March |
12 %
| 6 kn | W | 8 °C |
| April |
11 %
| 7 kn | W | 11 °C |
| May |
6 %
| 7 kn | W | 16 °C |
| June |
3 %
| 5 kn | W | 22 °C |
| July |
2 %
| 6 kn | W | 22 °C |
| August |
4 %
| 5 kn | W | 22 °C |
| September |
4 %
| 5 kn | W | 18 °C |
| October |
8 %
| 6 kn | W | 13 °C |
| November |
8 %
| 6 kn | W | 6 °C |
| December |
6 %
| 6 kn | W | 2 °C |
Wind day = at least 3 hours at ≥ 12 kn in daylight (09:00–19:00 local time). Only hours with wind from SW, W (usable according to the spot info) are counted. Model data (ECMWF IFS, approx. 9 km grid) – local venturi and thermal effects can be stronger. Weather data: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0)
Insider tips
Wind along the lake (east–west) works best. Mitteldamm in easterly wind, Ramsberg (south) from northwest to east. Surf/kite school with courses for surf, SUP, wing and kite in the lake region.
⚠︎ Hazards
In cross-wind the shore blocks individual spots – then less wind and lee holes. With offshore wind keep your distance from open water. Mind swimming areas and zones.
All information without guarantee. Please check locally whether kiting, windsurfing, winging or surfing is currently allowed here – protected areas, swimming zones and seasonal closures change. You go on the water at your own risk.
Nearby surf schools
Frequently asked questions
Is Brombachsee suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Brombachsee suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate (water: Flat water). There is one surf school nearby.
Which wind works at Brombachsee?
Best with wind from SW, W. In the windiest month (January), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the west.
When is the best time for Brombachsee?
The best months are considered to be Apr–Oct. According to the wind statistics, May has the most wind days in the warmer season (water from 15 °C, 6 %); overall January is the windiest (19 %), but the water is cold then.
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