Stauwehr Wieblingen, Weir system in Heidelberg, Germany
Stauwehr Wieblingen is a weir system on the Neckar River consisting of six sections that control water levels for navigation and power production. The river is managed here through a series of gates and structures that work together to regulate flow.
The weir was built between 1922 and 1925 as part of the Neckar River development program. It forms part of the broader Schwabenheim dam system that made the river suitable for modern transportation and energy needs.
The weir shows how people managed the river through engineering in the early 1900s, using stone and machinery to direct water flow. Visitors can notice the craftsmanship of that era in the way the structure was built and integrated into daily life.
The weir is accessible via the pedestrian bridge that connects Bergheim with Neuenheimer Feld on either side. The best time to visit is when water levels are normal, allowing you to see the structure clearly from different angles.
The Old Neckar river begins at this exact location, branching off from the main river course. Two hydroelectric plants operate here in tandem to generate electricity while managing water levels for the region.
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