Kraftwerk Kammerl, Hydroelectric power station in Saulgrub, Germany.
Kraftwerk Kammerl is a hydroelectric facility in Saulgrub that harnesses water from the Ammer River to generate electricity. The installation operates at approximately 797 meters elevation, using a pressurized pipeline system to deliver water for power production.
The facility was constructed between 1897 and 1899 and originally supplied electricity to the Ammergau railway line. This power plant was a pioneering installation for hydroelectric railway power in Bavaria.
The facility reflects early industrial architecture visible in its original buildings and structures. Visitors can observe how energy production shaped the design choices of that era.
Visiting the exterior is straightforward, allowing you to explore the grounds and view the historical buildings and structures. Daytime visits offer the best conditions for observing the facility's architectural details and water systems.
The power station remains operational to this day and is considered the oldest functioning railway power plant of its kind worldwide. Its continuous operation for more than 120 years makes it a rare technical survivor from the early industrial era.
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