Hydroelectric power plant in Farchau
Hydroelectric power plant in Farchau, Hydroelectric power plant in Schmilau, Germany.
The Farchau hydroelectric power station stands along the waterway, utilizing water flow through turbines to generate electrical power for the surrounding region.
Construction of the Farchau power station concluded in 1925, marking the establishment of renewable energy infrastructure during Germany's industrial development period.
The power station represents early 20th-century German engineering excellence, leading to its designation as a protected cultural heritage monument.
Visitors can reach the power station via local roads connecting to Schmilau, with dedicated parking spaces available near the facility entrance.
The facility maintains its original power generation equipment while simultaneously functioning as an active electricity producer and protected historical structure.
Location: Schmilau
Inception: 1925
Website: https://hansewerk-natur.com/de/technologien/projekte/wasserkraftwerk-farchau.html
GPS coordinates: 53.67970,10.76460
Latest update: March 12, 2025 14:39
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