Overview

• A 33-year-old surfer was critically injured after her safety leash became snagged on the riverbed at Munich's Eisbachwelle, trapping her underwater until firefighters rescued her.
• The surfer's condition has stabilized after initially being critical, according to police updates as of April 22, 2025.
• The Eisbachwelle remains closed while investigators explore potential causes, including water flow issues, foreign objects, and the possibility of deploying divers for further inspection.
• Local surf organizations advocate for improved safety protocols, such as providing rescue knives and throw bags at all Munich surf locations to prevent similar incidents.
• This marks the first major accident at the Eisbachwelle since the 1980s, intensifying discussions about balancing public safety with the preservation of the wave's accessibility and cultural significance.