Mittenwalderstraße (Kochelsee)

Mittenwalderstraße (Kochelsee) is a small, sheltered windsurfing location on the eastern shore of Kochelsee, entered from a pebble beach with a narrow meadow strip for rigging. The water is described as flat with hardly any waves, with deep water developing quickly after a few meters, so riders need to be comfortable managing direct deep-water conditions from the outset. Wind here is primarily associated with south/SO Föhn influence and southern directions that tend to arrive early in the morning. Multiple sources emphasize that the best south wind typically shows up very early and then often fades by roughly 10:00–11:00 AM, making dawn-to-morning timing important. Near-shore terrain effects create windward jam/coverage and gustiness close to the launch, with additional complexity from local mountain topography. Because the access and return to shore are challenging due to the mountain/roadside setting, the spot is recommended for experienced riders who can handle self-rescue limitations and difficult return situations. The B11 road runs behind the rigging area, so equipment handling and crossing the road require extra care—especially when moving boards, rigs, and foils. Kitesurfing is not recommended and is described as prohibited on Kochelsee for safety and regional regulatory reasons. Windsurfing remains the core sport for freeride and freestyle, with foil described as possible but technically demanding at this launch due to the setup and its proximity to the road.