Forggensee (Schwangau)

Forggensee (Brunnen) is a scenic alpine reservoir spot near Schwangau/Füssen, built around a small pebble beach backed by a grassy meadow on a headland for rigging. The typical entry is easy with no shore break reported, and on full-water seasons the deeper water further out makes it usable for a wider range of wind disciplines. Wind is strongly seasonal and often intermittent: sources describe low wind reliability with only a few windy days per year, while summer days can produce a fair-weather thermal. The NE thermal is repeatedly noted as the more stable direction/option, developing on sunny afternoons; however, Föhn conditions from the south can also occur and are described as notably gusty. Expect turbulence near the shore and buildings depending on wind direction. Kitesurfing is described as suited to intermediate riders, with flatwater/chop characteristics and best performance in NE/thermal setups. Safety notes emphasize checking whether kitesurfing is permitted locally (special permit or local kite organization membership may be required), respecting designated swimming zones and ferry routes, and being alert to hazards at the launch such as trees close to the area and possible driftwood. For windsurfing, the area is described as beginner-friendly due to the easy pebble entry, large rigging/standing space, and ample launch area. Wingfoiling is also reported as increasingly popular because the grassy launch/headland setup pairs well with deeper water further out—though depth and access depend on lake level. Outside the main summer period the reservoir may be partially drained, leaving the water very shallow or dry.