Schleusengraben

The Schleusengraben is a waterway in Bergedorf that flows through several neighborhoods and connects the city center with the rural areas of Vier- and Marschlande. The canal is navigable by boat and features water management structures along its banks.

The waterway was created in the 18th century as an important tool for controlling water levels and enabling navigation across the Hamburg region. Throughout the 19th century, this function expanded and influenced the economic development of the surrounding areas.

The waterway serves as a gathering place where people fish and spend time outdoors throughout the year. The banks reflect this everyday use and show how the community engages with the water in their daily lives.

You can enter the canal area at several points and walk or cycle along the banks at a comfortable pace. The paths are open to the public and offer multiple ways to explore the waterway and surrounding landscape.

The waterway is currently central to a major development plan that will add new residential areas while preserving its status as a heritage monument. This balance between urban growth and historical protection makes it an unusual project for the Hamburg region.