Poppenbüttler Schleuse

The Poppenbüttler Schleuse functions as a water level control system on the Alster River, featuring mechanical gates that regulate water flow between sections.

The lock represents a key component of Hamburg's water management infrastructure, constructed to maintain navigation and water levels along the Alster waterway system.

The lock area serves as a meeting point for local residents who gather at the adjacent restaurant to watch boats pass through the water gates.

Visitors can access the lock via the Alsterwanderweg trail, with the nearby Alstertal Shopping Center providing parking facilities and public transportation connections.

The lock creates a small lake formation upstream, attracting numerous water birds and providing opportunities for water sports during warmer months.

Location: Wandsbek

GPS coordinates: 53.65739,10.08803

Latest update: March 5, 2025 20:15