About This Spot
Lake Geneva / La Ligniere, Switzerland is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Switzerland.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NE–ENE–E winds throughout the season, Lake Geneva / La Ligniere, Switzerland delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Caution when the wind comes from a northern direction: the wind direction and speed can change quickly and may become offshore, which will drag you out to the lake and sooner or later to France. The bay area is covered so the wind is not as strong as it gets further out.
When to Go
Year-round destination with seasonal peaks.
What to Expect
Water is clear but cold. Gets choppy with increasing wind speed. The first hundred meters the water is shallow but stones are in the water, shoes are recommended.
Wind & Conditions
NE · ENE · E · ESE · SE
Best wind direction
Caution when the wind comes from a northern direction: the wind direction and speed can change quickly and may become offshore, which will drag you out to the lake and sooner or later to France. The bay area is covered so the wind is not as strong as it gets further out.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Water is clear but cold. Gets choppy with increasing wind speed. The first hundred meters the water is shallow but stones are in the water, shoes are recommended.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Drive to the road "Chemin de la Duville" and you will reach a parking right at the spot.
Location
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