Switzerland proves you do not need an ocean to surf. The country has developed a vibrant landlocked surf culture centered around river waves and wave pools. The Aare River in Bern and Zurich's Limmat River produce standing waves that attract skilled surfers, while new artificial wave installations are bringing surfing to the Swiss interior. The Swiss surf community is innovative and passionate, treating every rideable wave with creativity and enthusiasm. While it is obviously not a traditional ocean surf destination, Switzerland's inclusion on Wave Safari reflects the global reach of surf culture and provides useful information for traveling surfers who find themselves in the Alps and cannot resist getting wet.