Ludwigsluster Kanal

The Ludwigsluster Canal is a waterway extending roughly 28 kilometers through the landscape, flowing from Tuckhude to the Rognitz. The system connects various water bodies and features channels and structures along its course.

The waterway was constructed between 1756 and 1760 to supply water for the ducal palace gardens. This relatively swift building period resulted in a system that would serve the region for generations.

The waterway shapes how people experience the surrounding landscape, serving as a favored spot for walks and outdoor activities throughout the seasons. The tree-lined banks create a green passage that connects different parts of the region.

You can fish in two sections: from Ludwigslust to the Rognitz confluence and from Tuckhude Bridge to Federal Road B106. The paths along the waterway are easy to explore on foot and offer multiple access points.

The cascade featuring sandstone figures was built in 1780 and displays three late Baroque works by sculptor Rudolf Kaplunger. The system also includes weirs and bypass channels specifically engineered to allow fish passage.

Location: Ludwigslust-Parchim District

Inception: 1756

Elevation above the sea: 32 m

GPS coordinates: 53.26400,11.28970

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:26