For Your Safety
SUP Rules
Preparation
Attend an introductory course. Don’t paddle alone and plan your tour well.
Life-saving equipment
From 300 metres from the shore and on rivers, you must carry a buoyancy aid (50N buoyancy). We recommend that you always carry a life-saving device.
All-round light
In fog, dusk and at night, you need a clearly visible white all-round light on your SUP.
Labelling
Label your SUP with your name, address and telephone number.
Clothing
Dress according to the water temperature, weather and wind forecast.
Leash
Use the leash/foot line as follows: On the lake: Yes On rivers: No
Protection Nesting sites
Keep a distance of at least 25 metres from aquatic plants such as water lilies, reeds, etc.
Restricted areas
Yellow buoy fields must not be used. Avoid areas with bathers.
Rules of right of way
Scheduled boats, cargo ships, sailing boats and professional fishermen have right of way.
Rowing and paddle boats (SUP) have right of way. Keep moorings, harbour entrances and shipping lanes clear.
Storm warning
The orange flashing light shows you: Flashing slowly (40x/min)
Strong wind warning
Move close to the shore
Flashing fast (90x/min)
Storm warning
Leave the water immediately!
Alcohol
You should refrain from drinking alcohol before and during paddling.
Emergency
Call 117 for help.
For Your Safety
SUP Rules
Preparation
Attend an introductory course. Don’t paddle alone and plan your tour well.
Life-saving equipment
From 300 metres from the shore and on rivers, you must carry a buoyancy aid (50N buoyancy). We recommend that you always carry a life-saving device.
All-round light
In fog, dusk and at night, you need a clearly visible white all-round light on your SUP.
Labelling
Label your SUP with your name, address and telephone number.
Clothing
Dress according to the water temperature, weather and wind forecast.
Leash
Use the leash/foot line as follows: On the lake: Yes On rivers: No
Protection Nesting sites
Keep a distance of at least 25 metres from aquatic plants such as water lilies, reeds, etc.
Restricted areas
Yellow buoy fields must not be used. Avoid areas with bathers.
Rules of right of way
Scheduled boats, cargo ships, sailing boats and professional fishermen have right of way.
Rowing and paddle boats (SUP) have right of way. Keep moorings, harbour entrances and shipping lanes clear.
Storm warning
The orange flashing light shows you: Flashing slowly (40x/min)
Strong wind warning
Move close to the shore
Flashing fast (90x/min)
Storm warning
Leave the water immediately!
Alcohol
You should refrain from drinking alcohol before and during paddling.
Emergency
Call 117 for help.
