Schleuse Friedrichsfeld

The Friedrichsfeld Lock features two chambers on the Wesel-Datteln Canal, with the larger chamber measuring 220 meters in length and 11.84 meters in width.

The lock began operations in 1930 with its large chamber, while the smaller chamber was added in 1964 to accommodate increasing water traffic needs.

This engineering structure represents German maritime infrastructure development, enabling steady water transportation between the Rhine River and inland waterways.

Ships typically require 30 minutes to pass through the large chamber and 15 minutes through the small chamber, with an auxiliary station recording shipping fees.

The lock includes a pump facility that returns water from lower to upper levels, maintaining consistent water levels since its establishment in 1931.

Location: Voerde

GPS coordinates: 51.62910,6.61622

Latest update: March 7, 2025 15:26