NEL pipeline

The NEL pipeline is a gas transportation system that runs across northern Germany, linking Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania to Lower Saxony. It carries natural gas to distribution points that serve homes and businesses throughout these regions.

The pipeline was constructed starting in 2011 and began operation in 2013 to improve energy supply across northern Germany. The project was part of Germany's broader infrastructure development for moving gas over long distances.

The pipeline represents Germany's commitment to energy infrastructure development, supporting the distribution of natural gas to millions of households across multiple regions.

The pipeline runs underground and is not visible to ordinary visitors, though its effects are present in everyday life. It requires regular maintenance and monitoring by specialists to function safely.

The project required thousands of individual pipe segments, each 18 meters long, to span the entire route. This modular approach allowed for flexible and efficient construction across the varied terrain.

Location: Lower Saxony

Location: Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania

Inception: November 1, 2013

Website: https://nel-gastransport.de/netzinformationen/die-nordeuropaeische-erdgasleitung

GPS coordinates: 52.61880,8.49630

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:30