English Garden & Eisbach Surfers
One of Munich's best days starts at the Eisbach wave, where surfers ride a hydraulic surge year-round in the shadow of the Haus der Kunst. From there the English Garden unfolds north for several kilometers: the Kleinhesseloher See for paddleboats and picnics, the Chinese Tower beer garden for a midday stop, and finally the quieter northern sections where the park empties out and feels like countryside. Bikes from near the Hauptbahnhof cover the full distance.
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
- Price
- Free
- Duration
- 2-4 hours
- Booking required
- No
Tips
- Start at the Eisbach wave (south end, near Haus der Kunst) — watch the surfers together before heading north into the park
- Paddleboat rental on the Kleinhesseloher See (middle of the park) is a good midpoint stop for families with mixed ages
- Bike rental near the Hauptbahnhof (around €15 half-day) helps cover the full park — the northern sections are quieter and worth the effort