Wasserski Langenfeld
Langenfeld (Rheinland) · Surrounding area of Cologne
Set between Cologne and Düsseldorf, the Wasserski Langenfeld cable park has been pulling riders across its lake since 1976 – today one of the world's largest, with six cable lines, an obstacle park and a standing wave.
since 1976
In the heart of the Rhineland, at Baumberger Straße 88 in Langenfeld and almost exactly halfway between Cologne and Düsseldorf, sits one of the largest wakeboard and water-ski cable parks in the world. Its operator confidently bills it as the „world's largest water-ski facility" – and on a warm summer day, watching riders glide across the lake, it is easy to see why the spot has long been a regional landmark.
At a glance
- Location
- Baumberger Straße 88, 40764 Langenfeld (Rhineland) – easy to reach from both Cologne and Düsseldorf
- Six cable lines
- four large main lines (Lines 1–4) for experienced riders plus two mini lines (Lines 5–6) for beginners
- All levels
- from starter courses to pro training
- Website
- wasserski-langenfeld.de
Things to do here
Age comparison
Age compared with other places in Cologne.
The lines
The six cable systems are the beating heart of the park. Advanced riders and professionals carve their laps on the four large lines, while the two smaller mini lines ease newcomers into the feel of standing on a board. From a first tentative try to ambitious training sessions, everyone finds their own pace.
Obstacle park & standing wave
Wakeboarders will find an obstacle park with a range of features and elements for practising tricks and jumps. Anyone who prefers to ride without a tow can test themselves on the standing wave, surfing on the spot – a taste of the sea in the middle of inland Germany.
From water-ski to wakeboard
The story begins in 1976 with the first cable line, back then entirely geared towards classic water-skiing. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, skurfers and directional boards appeared, before the first wakeboard – the „Flight 69" model – firmly established the new trend. The park's 50th anniversary was captured in the film „Forever Summer".
Beyond the water
Around the lake, a day of sport turns into a day out: the „Seehaus" restaurant offers lake views, joined by a beach bar, a snack bar and a shop. A beach-volleyball court, bookable picnic areas and camping options for both short and long stays invite you to linger.
Map
Address
Baumberger Straße 88
40764 Langenfeld (Rheinland)
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Sources & links
- Official website
- Official website (retrieved 2026-08-15)
- Wikipedia (retrieved 2026-08-15)
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