Schleuse Hünxe, Navigation lock in Hünxe, Germany.
The Hünxe lock system consists of two parallel chambers managing water levels on the Wesel-Datteln Canal in North Rhine-Westphalia.
The lock system was constructed as part of the regional waterway infrastructure development, enabling vessels to navigate different water levels between canal sections.
The lock represents German engineering excellence in water management, serving as an educational site for students studying hydraulic mechanisms.
Vessels can pass through the lock system daily, with specific operating hours and navigation procedures displayed at the entrance of each chamber.
The lock includes an integrated pumping station that maintains optimal water levels, ensuring continuous navigation throughout seasonal water fluctuations.
Location: Hünxe
GPS coordinates: 51.64790,6.77513
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:40
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