Overview
- The citywide surfing ban remains in place after February 2026 findings that a small side wave formed and the rest of the channel turned into a life‑threatening churn.
- A planned final pre‑test to restore a stable wave was postponed at the end of March because water levels were too low.
- Surfers returned despite the ban after a clandestine insert briefly produced a surfable wave over Easter.
- Prosecutors closed their probe in June 2025 with no third‑party fault and noted a possible, unproven leash snag on one of 29 river stones.
- Liability for any officially rebuilt wave remains unsettled, with Surf Club München refusing permanent responsibility and the city deferring that decision until a safe fix is found.