California Windsurf Cup

2025

Mehr Infos zum Sport

Das ist der California Windsurf Cup:

Zentrale Contest-Plattform für Windsurfing in Deutschland

Für Surfpros & Einsteiger

Vier bis sieben Tourstopps pro Jahr

Von Mai bis September

Sylt, Heiligenhafen, St. Peter-Ording, Pelzerhaken

Disziplinen:
- Waveriding
- Racing
- Foil Slalom
- Fin Slalom

Neben dem Surfsport auf dem Wasser wird auch an Land jede Menge Programm geboten:

Eine bunte Auswahl aus Shopping- und Cateringständen locken viele Besucher auf das Gelände des California Windsurf Cups. Dort finden auch allabendlich die legendären Surfer-Partys statt.

#eintrittfrei

Hier gehts zu den Events

Der Tourstopp in St. Peter-Ording bietet mit der Vanlife-Expo ein besonderes Highlight.
Direkt im Eventvillage auf dem Nordseestrand wird alles rund um den mobilen Outdoor-Lifestyle präsentiert. Vom California über Ausbaulösungen und Dachzelte bis hin zu Cooking Solutions.

Hier gehts zur Van-Life Expo

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🌊 Big news from the California Windsurf Cup! 🌬️

LVM Versicherung, long-time main sponsor of Germany’s premier windsurfing series, is leveling up its support for the next generation. Starting in 2025, the LVM Youngster Trophy will spotlight the best U21 riders, offering them visibility, recognition – and prize money. 💶🏄‍♂️

At every tour stop, the top 3 Youth U21 athletes in the overall ranking will be awarded the iconic Green Lycra jerseys during the first skippers meeting – a symbol they’ll have to defend on the water. 🟢

There’s also event prize money of €500 up for grabs at each stop, plus a total of €2,000 in end-of-season rewards for consistent top performance. 🙌

The debut? At the California Summer Opening Sylt, June 5–9 in Westerland. 🗓️ Registration is now open – don’t miss your chance to be part of it!

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🌊 Große Neuigkeiten vom California Windsurf Cup! 🌬️

Die LVM Versicherung, langjähriger Hauptsponsor der deutschen Top-Windsurfserie, intensiviert ab 2025 ihr Engagement für den Nachwuchs: Die LVM Youngster Trophy rückt die besten U21-Fahrer in den Fokus – mit Sichtbarkeit, Anerkennung und Preisgeld. 💶🏄‍♂️

Bei jedem Tourstopp werden die Top 3 Youth U21 der aktuellen Jahresrangliste mit dem ikonischen Grünen Lycra-Trikot beim ersten Skippersmeeting ausgezeichnet – ein Zeichen, das sie auf dem Wasser verteidigen müssen. 🟢

Zusätzlich gibt es bei jedem Event ein Preisgeld von 500 €, und am Saisonende winken insgesamt 2.000 € für konstant starke Leistungen. 🙌

Der Auftakt? Beim California Summer Opening Sylt vom 5. bis 9. Juni in Westerland. 🗓️ Die Anmeldung ist jetzt geöffnet – sei dabei!

📸 @henningvonjagow, @jensscholz

#californiawindsurfcup
#vwn
#partnerdersurfer
#volkswagen_journey
#königpilsener
#lvm
#californiawines
#sylt

Just 20 days until the big summer opening on Sylt! Prep mode: ON 🔥 Are you signed up yet? We can’t wait to see you there!

📸 @henningvonjagow 🎥 @laurin_ressel @sepp_brueckmann

#californiawindsurfcup
#vwn
#partnerdersurfer
#volkswagen_journey
#königpilsener
#lvm
#californiawines
#sylt

Who will take the win at this year’s Summer Opening on Sylt?

Jonne, Fabi, or Vincent — or could someone else steal the spotlight?

📸 @henningvonjagow

#californiawindsurfcup
#vwn
#partnerdersurfer
#vollswagen_journey
#königpilsener
#lvm
#californiawines
#sylt

This is going to be great! We are looking forward to having you all on the island 🙌

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out 🤝

📸 @henningvonjagow

#californiawindsurfcup
#vwn
#partnerdersurfer
#vollswagen_journey
#königpilsener
#lvm
#californiawines
#sylt

Winds, waves, and wild energy – Sylt is calling!
Join the kickoff of the California Windsurf Cup at Brandenburger Strand from

🗓️ June 5–9, 2025.

This legendary spot on Germany’s northern coast delivers perfect conditions for high-level windsurfing and unforgettable beach vibes.

🙌 Expect:
• Pro Windsurfers from across Europe
• Adrenaline-pumping races
• Chill-out zones, music & beachside food

Whether you’re competing or cheering from the sand – Sylt is the place to be.

#WindsurfSylt
#CaliforniaWindsurfCup
#SummerOpening2025
#SyltVibes
#WindsurfGermany

Family Business #windsurfingfamilies. Two fathers watching their sons 😍 but also competing - how cool is that!?

@richterboys @philipprichter01 @schott_oliver @justus_schott_ger29

📸 @jensscholz

#familybusiness #californiawindsurfcup

It’s not just about competing—it’s about the community, the vibes, and finding new spots together.
The Windsurf Cup riders are a tight-knit community. Lifelong friendships are formed here.

📸 @laurin_ressel @sepp_brueckmann

#lifelongfriendships❤️
#californiawindsurfcup
#competition
#windsurfing

LIFESTYLE
FRIENDSHIP
WINDSURFCUP
COMPETITION

🌊🚀✨

#sylt #surfcup #dreamyconditions

📸 @jensscholz

Yoga - powered by LVM ❇️🧘‍♀️🌸

Is there a better way to the day then yoga on the beach?

Come & join us for free at the California Windsurf Cup Tour stops 🙌💫✨🤝.

#yogatwiceaday
#relax
#californiawindsurfcup
#lvmversicherung
#yogapoweredbylvm

📸 @danielpankoke

Happy Easter holidays 🐣🐰💐🌷🥚🍳

#happyholidays
#easter

📸 @sepp_brueckmann @laurin_ressel

Record-breaking start to the 2025 season!
The ProAm Windsurf Cup at Lake Garda kicked things off with incredible energy, stunning conditions, and a record number of participants—59 riders from 6 nations, including top PWA pros.

On Saturday, with wind speeds topping 25 knots, we completed 8 full-throttle races in both Foiling and Fin Slalom. Victory in the Foiling discipline went to Vincent Langer (GER-1), while Marco Lang (AUT-66) dominated the Fin Slalom field.

The atmosphere? Pure stoke.
The level? World class.
The vibe? International and unforgettable.

The ProAm Cup at Lake Garda has once again proven how strong our windsurfing community is—with youth talents, seasoned pros, and passionate racers coming together on and off the water.

Next up:
ProAm Windsurf Cup
Neusiedler See | May 1–4, 2025
Join us for another epic chapter in the 2025 California Windsurf Cup season!

#ProAmCup #CaliforniaWindsurfCup #LakeGarda #WindsurfingSeason2025 #FoilingAction #FinSlalom #WindsurfCommunity #NeusiedlerSee #WindsurfingVibes #GardaToGo

What a weekend!
We had an amazing time at the ProAm Windsurf Cup in beautiful Torbole, Lake Garda – sun, 🤪rain, wind, and an incredible community!
But what’s next?

Get ready for the next ProAm Cup:

ProAm Windsurf Cup
Neusiedler See | May 1–4, 2025

We can’t wait to see you there for more wind, waves & good vibes!
Let’s make it another unforgettable one! 🌊✨

#CaliforniaWindsurfCup
#ProamWindsurfCup
#ProAmCup
#WindsurfingLife
#LakeGardaVibes
#NeusiedlerSee
#RideTheWind
#Windsurf2025
#SeeYouOnTheWater

DISCIPLINE FOIL - PRICE GIVING

Also here: Big congratulations to all the winners! 🥳🥳🥳

Overall winners
🥇 @vincent_ger1
🥈 @bob_vandeburgt
🥉 @daniel_riegler

#windsurfen
#foiling
#proamwindsurfcup
#lakegarda🇮🇹

Musik: Do It
Musiker: @iksonmusic

DISCIPLINE FIN - PRICE GIVING

Big congratulations to the winners 🎉🥳

🥇 @marco.lang
🥈 @andreacucchi1
🥉 Manuel Zugsbratl

We were super happy with the day, the conditions and all the races yesterday. Unfortunately there was not enough wind today.

See you next time & have safe travels home!

#proamwindsurfcup
#lakegarda

How well does this video capture the vibe of a California Windsurf Cup?

The community is amazing, everyone’s stoked, and the energy is high. ⚡️⚡️⚡️

This video definitely makes you want more! 🙌

🎥 @sepp_brueckmann @laurin_ressel

#californiawindsurfcup
#season2025

🚀 GWA Young Guns Camp 2025 – Heiligenhafen

Windsurf training with pro coach @dennismuellerger89
Aug 30 – Sep 3, 2025 | Heiligenhafen, Baltic Sea

Let’s hit the water and have a blast!

🚨Register now via GWA or DWC website!

💡Not for total beginners – you should be confident with harness & footstraps.

#GWAYoungGuns
#WindsurfCamp
#Heiligenhafen
#YouthWindsurfing
#FoilWindsurfing
#FinWindsurfing
#WindsurfTraining
#FutureChamps
#RideWithUs
#WindsurfLife
#WindsurfGermany
#GWA2025
#WindsurfCommunity
#YoungGunsOnFire
#windsurfadventure

The ProAm WINDSURF CUP

🌊 are here to make it easy for beginners and weekend racers!

🌊 with simple formats, beginner-friendly locations, and no need for time off, this „second league“ of German windsurfing is perfect for amateurs.

🌊 Whether you’re chasing ranking points or just enjoying the thrill of raving with like-minded enthusiasts, these weekend events focus on FUN and ACCESSIBILITY.

🌊 From foiling to slalom, ProAm Cups are the ultimate gateway to the regatta scene!

#proamwindsurfcup
#windsurfing
#season2025

Wetsuits ready, boards prepped, and the wind calling—our season is about to take off!

First stop: Lake Garda, April 12-13. Who’s in? 🌊💨

#weekendcompetion
#proamwindsurfcup
#lakegarda
#windsurfing

COMPETITION
WEEKENDS
WINDSURFING

A new season means

new challenges,
new memories, and
new champions.

Who’s ready to make history? 🌊🏆

#WindsurfCup2025
#newseason
#newchances

WINDSURFCUP
SERIES
NEWSEASON

Nothing beats the feeling of a FRESH SEASON ahead!

The first race is coming up at Lake Garda—let’s make this one to remember! 🏄‍♂️🔥

ProAm Windsurf Cup: April 12-13 2025

📸 @danielpankoke

#GameOn
#proamwindsurfcup
#lakegarda

COMPETITION
WINDSURFING
ITALY

After a day of high-speed action on the water, there’s nothing better than an ice-cold @koenigpilsener 🍻 Cheers to our partner for bringing the perfect refreshment to the #CaliforniaWindsurfCup! Here’s to great waves, great winds, and even greater moments!

#KoenigPilsener
#CheersToWindsurfing

PARTNERSCHAFT
WINDSURFCUP
KÖNIGPILSENER

More than just a destination – it’s an experience! 🚘✨ Huge thanks to @autostadt for supporting the #CaliforniaWindsurfCup and celebrating speed, innovation, and passion both on the road and on the water. See you at the next stop!

#Autostadt
#DrivingInnovation
#californiawindsurfcup
#season2025

We hope you had a great start into the week #happymonday 🌊

#camiforniawindsurfcup
#windsurfing

A picture perfect lineup 🙌

#foiling
#windsurfrace

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#californiawindsurfcup
#season2025
#windsurfen

🌊 ProAm Cups 2025 🌊

We are looking forward to another great season with these additional events:

🪝 Lake Garda (Italy)

🪝 Neusiedlersee (Austria)

🪝 Dümmer (Germany)

🪝 Wesermünde (Germany)

It’s going to be some weekends well spend 😎

#proamwindsurfcup
#weekendactivities

There are going to be five California Windsurf Cups this season 💥🙌

🌊 Summer Opening Sylt

🌊 Windsurf Cup Pelzerhaken

🌊 Windsurf Cup St.Peter-Ording

🌊 Surf Cup Sylt

🌊 Windsurf Cup Heiligenhafen

Will you join on all five events?

#californiawindsurfcup
#volkswagennutzfahrzeuge
#partnerdersurfer
#volkswagenjourney
#lvmversicherung
#koenigpilsener
#autostadt
#windsurfer

This year again: BOOT Düsseldorf‘s CASHBACK promotion 🙌💥

What does it mean?

—> it’s allowing young windsurfers to participate in the German series at no cost.

—> 🚨important! The budget is limited. Places will be allocated based on the number of entries for the regattas.

#californiawindsurfcup
#support
#cashback
#bootdüsseldorf

@gunnar_ger2 is ready for the upcoming season 🌊🙌.

Read his full interview on our website (link is in bio).

#readytorace
#californiawindsurfcup

Foiling: The art of flying over water!

⚡️ With the right light-wind setup, you’ll be up and gliding from just 7 knots. Big front wing for early lift, smaller gear for control in stronger winds—every choice counts.

Ready to level up your ride?

#Foiling
#Windsurfing
#DWC
#californiawindsurfcup
#lvmversicherung
#volkswagenjourney
#partnerdersurfer
#koenigpilsener
#autostadt
#vollswagennutzfahrzeuge
#season2025

Wave discipline – pure fun, but with a competitive twist! 🌊🔥 Most riders stick to their usual wave gear, but in a contest, you don’t get to pick perfect conditions—you’ve got to make it work, whether it’s onshore, gusty, or just straight-up brutal.

⚡ Minimum setup: Medium wave board + 1-2 sails.
⚡ Recommended setup: Medium/high-wind wave board + a bigger light-wind board & powerful onshore sail for those heavy shorebreaks.

Wave gear isn’t just for waves—at the top end of Fin Slalom, it can be a solid alternative! 🚀

#californiawindsurfcup #discipline #wave #season25 #volkswagen_journey #partnerdersurfer #volkswagennutzfahrzeuge #koenigpilsener #lvmversicherung #autostadt

Fin Slalom – Speed & Control ⚡️💨

According to IFCA rules, Fin Slalom starts at 11 knots, but in practice, it’s more like 13 knots since foiling takes over at lower wind speeds. Riders typically go for a light wind setup with 7.8–9.0 sqm sails and medium- or light-wind slalom boards. As the wind picks up, smaller sails (7 sqm or less) and high-wind boards come into play.

Good news: You don’t need the latest high-tech gear! Even older equipment can get you into the finals if it’s well-tuned and you’re in shape. 💪

#californiawindsurfcup #windsurfing #equipmentguide #finslalom #season2025

✨🌊🤩🤙

📸 @jensscholz

#californiawindsurfcup
#season25
#windsurfing
#vollswagennutzfahrzeuge
#volkswagenjourney
#partnerdersurfer
#lvmversicherung
#koenigpilsener
#autostadt

🍌Cheers on a new Monday. Have a good start into the new week! @autostadt - what a great partner for this season 🙌

Pics from SPO 📸 @danielpankoke

#californiawindsurfcup
#autostadt
#volkswagennutzfahrzeuge
#partnerdersurfer
#lvmversicherung
#koenigpilsener
#season2025

Winter vibes on the water! 🌊 While many take a break, dedicated windsurfers know the off-season is the perfect time to prepare for the year ahead. Keep training, keep dreaming! 💨✨

📸 @henningvonjagow

#CaliforniaWindsurfCup
#RideTheWind

“Success in windsurfing comes with patience, practice, and a lot of time on the water. This year, I achieved podium finishes on the California Windsurf Cup Tour and gained valuable international experience. Reflect, improve, and enjoy the process!”

— @lars_poggemann

Read full interview on our website www.windsurfcup.de (link in bio)

#interview
#windsurfing
#racing
#californiawindsurfcup

S P O 2 0 1 9

🌊💨🌊💨

Time flies! Who was there? Comment with 🌊

#californiawindsurfcup
#windsurfing

From childhood sessions on Danish fjords to competing in the California Windsurf Cup – it’s been an incredible journey. Windsurfing is all about passion, persistence, and pushing through every challenge. Tough days teach the best lessons, and no condition can stop you when you’re prepared. 🌊💨

Read Leo‘s full interview on our website (link in bio/ in todays story)

#WindsurfLife
#OnTheWater
#interview
#californiawindsurfcup

„I’m Mika Henning, one of the youngest participants in this year’s California Windsurf Cup. I turned 13 in mid-July. I’m from the Lower Rhine region in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. When I’m not competing in the cups, you can usually find me at my home spots around Brouwersdam in the Netherlands on weekends.“

— read the full interview on our website (link in bio / in todays story)

#interview #windsurfcommunity #windsurfcup #californiawindsurfcup

—> How do you deal with setbacks?

„When something doesn’t go the way I want it to, it motivates me to improve even more. It serves as a reminder that nothing can be achieved without practice.“

- LIA @lia_luc_

Read the full interview on our website (link in Bio / in todays story)

#californiawindsurfcup #season2024 #windsurfen

Throwback to DWC Fehmarn in 2010 🙌

#goodoldtimes #deutscherwindsurfcup #fehmarn #throwbackthursday

Jibing into Tuesday 🌊 have a nice day!
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📸 @jensscholz
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#DWC2024
#californiawindsurfcup
#saison2024
#windsurfen
#volkswagenjourney
#volkswagennutzfahrzeuge
#partnerdersurfer
#chiemsee
#KönigPilsener
#lvmversicherung

Here for the good times and great memories.
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@jonne_ger107 and @lars_poggemann chasing each other around the race course 💥
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#DWC2024
#californiawindsurfcup
#saison2024
#windsurfen
#volkswagenjourney
#volkswagennutzfahrzeuge
#partnerdersurfer
#chiemsee
#KönigPilsener
#lvmversicherung

From August 29th to September 1st, 2024, the GWA Youth & Junior Championship 2024 will take place in Heiligenhafen as part of the California Windsurf Cup. For the first time in Germany, the German Windsurfing Association (GWA) is offering a large joint championship for all aspiring windsurfers.

The disciplines to be contested are Fin Slalom, Foiling, and Techno 293. In the Foiling discipline, there will also be special rankings for iQFOiL, iQFOiL Youth & Junior, and Techno Windfoil.

For the juniors, the age categories U13, U15, and U17 will be ranked, while for Youth, U19 and U21 will be evaluated. In the Techno 293 discipline, there will be a fleet with rankings for U15 and Open.

Last but not least: Collect Final Points - it’s an opportunity to gather crucial points for the Windsurf Cup rankings!

Who is in?

#DWC2024
#californiawindsurfcup
#saison2024
#windsurfen
#volkswagenjourney
#volkswagennutzfahrzeuge
#partnerdersurfer
#chiemsee
#KönigPilsener
#lvmversicherung

The wind is on 💨💨💨

📸 @danielpankoke
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#DWC2024
#californiawindsurfcup
#saison24
#windsurfen
#volkswagennutzfahrzeuge
#volkswagenjourney
#partnerdersurfer
#chiemsee
#koenigpilsener
#lvmversicherung

Have a great start into the new week. 🥳

#happymonday
#yogamoments
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📸 @danielpankoke

#DWC2024
#californiawindsurfcup
#saison24
#windsurfen
#volkswagennutzfahrzeuge
#volkswagenjourney
#partnerdersurfer
#chiemsee
#koenigpilsener
#lvmversicherung

Throwback Thursday
—-> to DWC in 2003

Who knows where it is?
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#DWC2024
#californiawindsurfcup
#saison24
#windsurfen
#volkswagennutzfahrzeuge
#volkswagenjourney
#partnerdersurfer
#chiemsee
#koenigpilsener
#lvmversicherung

Chiemsee is organizing a beach clean up in cooperation with MBRC THE OCEAN at the Brandenburger Strand in Westerland!

When? Friday, 26th of July at 02:00 pm
Where? Chiemsee tent at the California Surf Cup Sylt

„For one hour we will pick up everything that does not belong on to our beaches. Every participant will receive a MBRC ocean T-Shirt as a thank you!“

We hope to see as many of you as possible!
Come and join us to make the beach a little bit cleaner :)

#DWC2024
#gwachampionship
#germanwindsurfingassociation
#surfcupsylt
#saison24
#windsurfen
#volkswagenjourney
#volkswagennutzfahrzeuge
#partnerdersurfer
#chiemsee
#koenigpilsener
#lvmversicherung
#SyltSummerVibes

Congratulations to all our winners! 🍾
We had a great time with you and had lots of fun watching your battles on the water 🌊

1️⃣ The Top-10 Competitors Overall:
10. Meno Büchler
9. Jonne Heimann
8. Sacha Fortune
7. Dominik Lewinski
6. Danni Jakobsen
5. Noah Vinther
4. Fabian Wolf
3. Michele Becker 🥉
2. Alexis Mathis 🥈
1. Amado Vrieswijk 🥇

2️⃣ The Top-3 Junior U17 competitors
3. Mika Henning 🥉
2. Philipp Köhlert🥈
1. Paul Regber 🥇

3️⃣ The Top-3 Youth Riders
3. Meno Büchler 🥉
2. Sacha Fortune 🥈
1. Noah Vinther 🥇

4️⃣ Last but not least the best Grand Masters
3. Michael Brozio 🥉
2. Bernd Timme 🥈
1. Pawel Dittrich 🥇

📸: jensscholz
#IFCASlalomFoilWorldChampionship
#WorldChampionship
#IFCA
#Foiling
#DWC2024
#californiawindsurfcup
#saison24
#windsurfen
#volkswagenjourney
#volkswagennutzfahrzeuge
#partnerdersurfer
#chiemsee
#koenigpilsener
#lvmversicherung
#sanktpeterording
#northsea
@deutscherseglerverband @seglerjugend @worldsailingofficial

Recap of the races at day two at the IFCA Slalom Foil World Championship in St. Peter-Ording.

📷: @danielpankoke
Jens Scholz
#IFCASlalomFoilWorldChampionship
#WorldChampionship
#IFCA
#Foiling
#DWC2024
#californiawindsurfcup
#saison24
#windsurfen
#volkswagenjourney
#volkswagennutzfahrzeuge
#partnerdersurfer
#chiemsee
#koenigpilsener
#lvmversicherung
#sanktpeterording
#northsea

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