Water Sports in Silvaplana
Silvaplana is one of the least windy and highest-altitude water sports spots in Europe. On this page, you’ll find all the essential information you need for your session on Lake Silvaplana.
All water sports enthusiasts must adhere to the zones designated by the municipality of Silvaplana.
View the zone map.There is a complete ban on all water sports equipment in Lej Suot and Lej da Champfèr.
The windsurfing and wingfoil training zone is marked with yellow buoys and red poles on shore. Please be considerate of beginners. Kitesurfing is prohibited in this zone.
The training zone is reserved exclusively for Swiss Kitesurf.
Only the official entry and exit points may be used. There is a shoreline protection zone around Lake Silvaplana.
There are rocks in the shoreline area. Wearing a helmet is recommended.
During the operating and opening hours of Swiss Kitesurf and Windsurfing Silvaplana, water rescue services are provided by the two water sports schools.
Summer 2026 operating hours: May 15 to September 15
Outside of these hours, you are on Lake Silvaplana at your own risk.
Please note: The lake rescue service is intended exclusively for emergencies.
Contacts
Swiss Kitesurf
+41 81 828 97 67
Windsurfing Silvaplana
+41 81 828 93 64
117 Police
144 Medical Services
1414 Rega
From around mid-May to mid-October, wind speeds of 3 to 6 on the Beaufort scale draw thrill-seekers to Lake Silvaplana.
The best wind direction is southwest (Maloya wind)
Winds from the south and west are gusty
The Julier wind (WNW) is gusty and blowing offshore
A north wind is dangerous for kitesurfers and not suitable for the sport. For other water sports, a north wind is also possible; please contact the water sports schools for more information.
Membership dues are mandatory and must be paid to Swiss Kitesurf. An IKO or VDWS certification and proof of insurance are required.
Instructions from the beach marshal must be followed
The Kitsurf training zone is reserved exclusively for Swiss Kitesurf. Private lessons are prohibited.
Always keep the lines together.
Watch out for pedestrians and cyclists on the lakeside path
Private instruction on Lake Silvaplana is prohibited. A permit from the municipality of Silvaplana is required to operate a water sports school.
Water Sports Schools and Rentals
Swiss Kitesurf
T +41 81 828 97 67
info@kitesailing.ch
www.kitesailing.ch
Windsurfing Silvaplana
T +41 81 828 93 64
mail@silvaplana.surf
www.windsurfing-silvaplana.ch
All motorized water sports equipment is prohibited.
This includes, among other things, the following equipment:
eFoil
Foil assists, foil drive assists, eBoosts, etc.
Fishing boats with engines
All water sports enthusiasts must stay within the designated zones.
Help keep Lake Silvaplana clean. Please dispose of your trash in the trash cans.
Keep your distance, especially during maneuvers!
Follow the rules of right-of-way: right-of-way to the right, starboard over port, leeward over windward.
Life jackets are required when more than 300 m from shore
Water sports boards must be labeled with the owner's name and address. It is recommended that you also include your phone number.
Entry and exit zones: Driving is not permitted.
Be considerate of beginners and swimmers
The lake will not be closed during water sports events. However, water sports enthusiasts are asked not to use the marked courses.
Once introduced, invasive species are extremely difficult to eradicate. To prevent their spread between water bodies, the following measures are strongly recommended:
Clean the material thoroughly or rinse it with hot water. Use high-pressure cleaning only in suitable areas with a connection to the wastewater drainage system. Drain all remaining water completely.
Carefully check the material for plant and animal remains.
Make sure the equipment is completely dry before using it in another body of water.
This is how we work together to protect the waters of Graubünden.
