Malibu or Munich? See why the Bavarian capital's city centre is a hot spot for surfers
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When we consider iconic waves the likes of Hawaii's Pipeline, Australia's Bells, Tahiti's Teahupoo or South Africa's Supertubes may come to mind, but Munich's Eisbach River gives them all a run for their money when it comes to popularity and year-round amusement.
And there's no need to travel to the other side of the world to enjoy the ride.
The Eisbach's incredible waves are considered the world's busiest, and it's no wonder considering they can be surfed in the heart of the Bavarian capital.
Surfers from around the globe cruise down the Eisbach as its currents surge through the city and create perfect surfing conditions, with the set-up tailor-made for spectators who line the river's banks.
With full-body wetsuits required - it can get a bit chilly - surfers lap up the sensation of catching waves 519 metres above sea level, and thousands of miles from the nearest ocean.
The wave is just 12 metres wide but it is constantly peeling - which means it never stops breaking - allowing board riders to make the most of its power 12 months of the year.
The only deterrents are the ice-cold conditions in winter and occasional flow diversions by the city, but what it lacks in perennial sunshine and size - the waves are challenging but not exactly 20-foot tall barrels - it more than make up for with the exhilarating speed of the break and pure no-commute convenience.
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Hang zehn: A surfer makes the most of the continuously rolling wave on the Eisbach River in the middle of Munich city centre
Tree-lined break: The urban surfing hot spot surrounded by foliage and bridges is considered the world's busiest wave
Dropping in: Warmed by their full-body wetsuits, surfers from around the globe flock to the Eisbach in Munich
Carving up: This wave rider cruises down the wave which is among the most accessible in the world - no commute required
Bailing out: Not for beginners, what the wave lacks in size is makes up for speed and novelty factor
Surge in popularity: Surfers from around the globe cruise down the Eisbach as its currents sweep through the Bavarian capital
Cowabunga kumpel!: The Munich wave is cool in more ways than one (ps: Kumpel is German for 'dude')
Steady flow: The wave is just 12 metres wide but offers a majestic view for surfers as they wind their way down the river
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