Eisbach (Isar)
| Eisbach | |
|---|---|
Small waterfall of the Eisbach | |
| Location | |
| Country | Germany |
| State | Bavaria |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Length | 2 km (1.2 mi) |
The Eisbach (German, 'ice brook') is a 2-kilometre-long (1.2 mi) canal, part of Munich City Streams in Munich. It flows through the Englischer Garten park, and is a side arm of the Isar River. An artificial wave has been created on one section, which is popular among river surfers.
Swimming in the Eisbach is not technically allowed, but as the rule is not stringently enforced, swimmers are common, especially on warm summer days. However, swimming in the cold, fast stream is dangerous: Between 2007 and 2017, eight people drowned in the Eisbach.