Schleuse Straubing

Schleuse Straubing is a lock chamber on the Danube that guides ships between different water levels. The chamber measures 230 meters in length and 24 meters in width, allowing large cargo vessels to pass through the varying heights of the river.

The lock was built between 1989 and 1993 as part of a major program to improve shipping on the Danube. It made the river more usable for modern cargo transport throughout the region.

The lock represents German engineering expertise in water management and stands as a testament to the integration of commercial navigation into local infrastructure.

The entire locking process takes about 25 minutes while the chamber fills or empties with roughly 44,000 cubic meters of water. Visitors can watch ships pass through from the bank or designated viewing areas.

A 100-ton gantry crane runs the full length of the lock to handle maintenance work and move heavy equipment. This crane system is essential for daily operations and allows complex repairs to happen without stopping traffic.

Location: Straubing

GPS coordinates: 48.89988,12.55403

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22