Flüelen (Urnersee) — Northern Switzerland
The windsurf and wing side of the Urnersee foehn arena, at the southern tip of Lake Lucerne. When south foehn crosses the Alps it channels between the cliffs with gusts beyond 50 kn — spectacular, warm and seriously demanding. On non-foehn days a gentler northerly system serves relaxed sessions off the Gruonbach delta.
Wind: 12–35 kn · S, SE, N — Sports: windsurf, wing, kite — Level: advanced — On site: food
Rules: Keep the ship lanes to Flüelen harbour free; BSV rules (08:00–21:00).
Caution: Foehn collapse leaves glassy holes between 30+ kn phases; violent cliff gusts; deep cold water.
Frequently asked questions
Which wind direction works best at Flüelen (Urnersee)?
Flüelen (Urnersee) works best with wind from S, SE and N. The typical sailable range is 12–35 kn.
Is Flüelen (Urnersee) suitable for beginners?
No — Flüelen (Urnersee) is an advanced spot with demanding conditions. Beginners and intermediates should choose a more sheltered spot nearby.
Which sports can you do at Flüelen (Urnersee)?
Flüelen (Urnersee) is used for windsurfing, wing foiling and kitesurfing. Swiss lakes have binding zoning and shore rules, and some sports are restricted here — see the rules section on this page.
Is there a live webcam at Flüelen (Urnersee)?
Yes — this page shows 2 live webcams for Flüelen (Urnersee), together with the measured wind from the nearest MeteoSwiss station and a 3-day forecast.
What facilities are there at Flüelen (Urnersee)?
On site you'll find food & drinks. Main season: ganzjährig bei Föhn (Kern Apr–Okt). Opening times vary with the season — check ahead.
What kind of wind blows at Flüelen (Urnersee)?
Flüelen (Urnersee) runs on the south foehn. This page forecasts that wind system specifically and shows the live reading from the nearest MeteoSwiss station.
Where exactly is Flüelen (Urnersee)?
Flüelen (Urnersee) is in Northern Switzerland, Switzerland, 435 m above sea level (46.9050, 8.6250). Use the route button on this page for directions.