Wohlensee – a short break on the SUP just outside Bern
Sometimes the most beautiful paddling experiences are closer than you think.
Just a few kilometers from Bern, the Aare river winds its way to Lake Wohlensee through a green, peaceful landscape. Those who venture out here on a stand-up paddleboard leave everyday life behind surprisingly quickly. The shore slowly passes by, the water carries you through the landscape – and suddenly the city feels much further away than it actually is.
Escape everyday life, get on the water
Lake Wohlensee is not a lake where it's all about covering as many kilometers as possible or achieving peak athletic performance. It's much nicer to take your time.
Just start paddling. Find your own rhythm. Every now and then, take the paddle out of the water for a moment and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Especially in late summer, this has a special charm. The days are still long and warm, and at the same time, it slowly gets quieter on and around the water. Those who go out in the morning or towards evening experience a wonderful atmosphere – soft light, calm water, and plenty of nature.
And that's exactly why we love stand-up paddling: it doesn't take much to escape everyday life for a few hours.
A SUP spot right near Bern
For everyone from Bern and the surrounding area, Lake Wohlensee is wonderfully suited for a spontaneous outing. No big travel itinerary, no packed weekend – pack your board, drive to the water, and off you go.
And if you don't have your own SUP or want to try paddling for the first time, you'll find one of our partner stations, Faltboot, at Lake Wohlensee. Among other things, Airboard SUPs are available there, and they naturally know Lake Wohlensee inside out.
This way, a free afternoon can be easily transformed into a small break on the water.
Sometimes that's all it takes
Perhaps that's exactly what makes Lake Wohlensee so special.
No spectacular long-distance trip. No big adventure that needs to be planned weeks in advance. But a place very close by where you get on your board and after the first paddle strokes, you notice how your mind slowly clears.
A few hours on the water, a warm August evening, and perhaps some time on the shore – sometimes that's all a good summer day needs.
So if you're still looking for an idea for your next SUP excursion: pack your board and discover Lake Wohlensee from the water.
And if you've got a taste for more tours afterwards: On paddle-spots.com you'll find many other selected SUP spots besides Lake Wohlensee and inspiration for your next paddling adventure.
See you on the water.
