Staustufe Offenbach, Hydroelectric power station and barrage in Offenbach am Main, Germany
Staustufe Offenbach is a power generating facility with gates and locks on the Main River that regulates water levels and produces electricity. The structure combines a dam, navigation lock, and fish passage in one compact installation.
The facility was built in 1953 as part of Germany's post-war reconstruction effort. It demonstrates how the nation's infrastructure was systematically renewed during that period.
The facility shapes how the Main River is used for multiple purposes in daily life. Visitors can observe how power generation, boat traffic, and nature protection work side by side.
The facility is visible from the Main riverbank and can be viewed from elevated positions that offer clear sight lines to the gates and locks. The best viewpoint is from nearby bridges or the riverside path.
The facility includes specialized passages that allow fish to migrate past the dam. This represents an early effort to balance power generation with environmental protection.
Location: Offenbach am Main
Location: Frankfurt
Inception: 1953
GPS coordinates: 50.10830,8.72639
Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07
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