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The Finow Canal Region

Visit the oldest navigable artificial waterway in Germany!

Zweckverband
Opening hours locks

In the current season of 2023 our lock staff will be operating the locks on the Finowkanal for you from April 7th to October 8th, daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Please note: Due to construction work, the western locks Ruhlsdorf, Lessenbrück and Grafenbrück are currently closed. It is possible to enter the Finow Canal via the Liepe lock and navigate as far as the Schöpfurt lock (Finowfurt).

The locks at Wolfswinkel, Heegermühle and Schöpfurt are only operated on request with 24 hours' notice. You can reach the lock regime during operating hours by telephone (0151 - 72438871).

Maximum speed: 6 km/h
Requirements for navigation: no licence required
Maximum boat dimensions L x W in metres: 35.0 x 5.0 m
Draught season 2023: 1.20 m (Exception see below)

For current information on lock operation, disruptions or closures, please visit ELWIS.