Petershagen barrage

The Petershagen barrage is a hydroelectric facility on the Weser River in North Rhine-Westphalia that generates electricity using Kaplan turbines. The structure creates a water impoundment and converts the river's flow into electrical power for the surrounding region.

The facility opened in 1954 and marked an important step in hydroelectric power development for the Minden-Lübbecke district. Over the decades, it has continued to contribute to the region's electricity supply while adapting to evolving needs.

The facility demonstrates how the region harnesses water power for energy, and it plays a role in shaping how people view renewable resources locally. From outside, visitors can observe how the river is managed through engineering infrastructure.

The barrage is viewable from outside, though access to the interior of the facility is limited. The best way to experience it is by walking along the river, where you can clearly see the structure and how it affects the water flow.

The facility incorporates special monitoring devices to track eel migration patterns, allowing operators to adjust operations when needed. This helps eels migrate more safely to their spawning grounds in the Sargasso Sea.

Location: Petershagen

GPS coordinates: 52.36758,8.98064

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23