Ofenwaldsperre

The Ofenwaldsperre stands 22 meters tall with a crown length of 58.5 meters and controls water flow in the Winkler Starzlach river.

Between 1960 and 1962, engineers constructed this concrete arch dam to protect surrounding communities from flooding during periods of heavy rainfall.

The structure demonstrates German engineering excellence through its precise construction methods and integration with the Bavarian Alpine landscape.

Visitors can access designated viewing points around the dam, which operates with a storage capacity of 300,000 cubic meters of water.

This structure remains the single true arch dam in Germany, featuring a distinctive curved design that transfers water pressure to the valley walls.

GPS coordinates: 47.53010,10.30380

Latest update: March 7, 2025 15:22