Pietzing (Simssee, Baierbach)

Pietzing (Simssee, Baierbach) is a shallow, clean lakeside launch reached via the Strandbad/lido. The setup is built for easy access and equipment handling, with a dedicated area and large meadow space for rigging as well as parking at the spot. Water depth is described as shallow near shore (roughly the first few tens of meters) before transitioning to deeper water, with no shore break reported. For wind, the most consistently favored setups are easterly to northeasterly—especially NE, which is described as the top wind for this area. That said, wind can be variable and gusty with changing direction outside of NE (and Föhn influence). A thermal/extra-breeze component on sunny days is most likely into the afternoon, supporting a May–August activity window, with the broader seasonal best period also extending into early autumn. In terms of sports, windsurfing is the clearest match: freeride and freestyle are repeatedly described as suitable, and the area is also associated with slalom and foil-friendly sessions (once you’re past the shallow entry zone). Suggested beginner-friendly sail ranges are provided by one source, and wingfoil sizing guidance is also included. Wingfoiling is described as easiest once you move beyond the shallow shore section. Safety is important mainly due to shared-beach conditions and nature protection: swimmers and buoys are present, and protected reed zones must not be entered. Kitesurfing is flagged as prohibited on the entire lake by nature conservation regulations, and additional seasonal restrictions on sunny July–August days are noted due to beachgoers; keep this in mind even if wind and water appear kiting-friendly.