Hauptbrücke Graz
The classic summer surf spot in Graz directly under the main bridge. Many tourists watching from above and a beach cafe on the river bank (with sand and music) make you feel like being on vacation.
Spot Details
Country: AustriaNearest town/city: Graz, AustriaRiver: Mur
Address
- Erzherzog-Johann-Brücke, 8010 Graz, Austria
Directions
- Spot is located under the bridge on the eastern river bank – just walk down the stairs.
Nearest Surfshops
- Surf Service Graz | Blue Tomato
GPS Coords
- Latitude: 47.0707207
- Longitude: 15.4350109
Spot Location
Wave Details
Characteristics
- Good wave for beginners and intermediate surfers.
Entry without rope difficult, but not impossible.
Conditions
- Surfable water levels 340-360cm.
Dangers
- The rope. The rope. The rope.
The rocks in the middle of the river.
Tips
- Ask locals how to surf the wave and to learn about safety issues.
Best surfed with fat shortboards or Mini-Malibus up to 6’8.
If this is your first try on the Mur, enter the river well above the spot.
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Weather in Graz, Austria
 Today
09/02 High 19° / Low 14° |
 Tomorrow
09/03 High 21° / Low 13° |
 Tuesday
09/04 High 23° / Low 13° |
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Alternatives
Hauptbrücke is a nice spot for summer sessions, but flat in winter. At high tide go to Radetzky wave, which is a much more powerful, faster and bigger wave — located just two bridges further downstream (5 minutes walk along the river bank).
Spot Credits
Spot shared by: Thomas Muster
Spot details consolidated by: Max Muster
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