Wilhelmshaven lock, Maritime lock in Wilhelmshaven, Germany.
Description
Wilhelmshaven Lock is a maritime lock in Wilhelmshaven that guides ships between the North Sea and the inner harbor. It operates with two gates that manage water levels between these two different areas.
History
The lock was built in the 19th century when Wilhelmshaven was becoming a major German naval base. It was later expanded to handle the increasing ship traffic that followed.
Culture
The lock is shaped by generations of seafarers and dock workers who continue their daily routines here. It remains a working place where maritime traditions are lived today.
Practical
The lock operates during daylight hours and uses light signals to show when ships can enter. Visitors can watch from viewing areas as the gates open and close.
Did you know?
The lock marks kilometer zero of Germany's entire inland waterway system. All distances on Germany's water routes are measured from this exact point.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Wilhelmshaven).
Mölders
2.1 km
Deutsches Marinemuseum Wilhelmshaven
2.1 km
Kaiser Wilhelm Bridge
2.3 km
Aquarium Wilhelmshaven
2 km
Bavariahaus
2.2 km
Kommando Marineführungssysteme
858 m
Bismarck monument (Wilhelmshaven)
2.1 km
Vollzugsmuseum Wilhelmshaven
2 km
Heppenser Kirche St. Nikolai
1.6 km
Erinnerungsstätte Seefrieden
2.1 km
Baptist church, Wilhelmshaven
2.3 km
Strandhalle Wilhelmshaven
2 km
UNESCO-Weltnaturerbe Wattenmeer Besucherzentrum
2.2 km
Antenna tower of WSA Wilhelmshaven
1.7 km
U-10
2.1 km
Aquarium Willhelmshaven
2 km
Plate Camp Schwarzer Weg
1.5 km
Galactic sails
1.3 km
Windsbraut
1.8 km
Kleine Nassauer
1.7 km
Wind-Water-Sail
1.4 km
Molenfeuer Dritte Einfahrt
994 m
Nautilus
2 km
Nassaubrücke
1.7 km
Jade-Nixen
2.2 km
Hein and Grete
2.3 km
Kleiner Wassergeist
2.2 km
Pegel Alter Vorhafen
1.8 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes