After intensive preliminary work, the Zweckverband Region Finowkanal will now initially renovate the first six of the twelve historic locks on the Finow Canal and operate and maintain them permanently. The starting signal for this important water tourism project in Brandenburg will be given when construction begins in the first quarter of 2023 on the first three locks in Ruhlsdorf, Leesenbrück, Grafenbrück and the expansion of the remote monitoring of the control centre in Zerpenschleuse.
However, the construction measures are also accompanied by the fact that the locks in question cannot be navigated during the construction period. You will find more information on this below.
Frequently asked questions about lock renovation
When will the construction work on the locks begin?
Will all the locks be built at the same time?
What disruptions will there be for car drivers, pedestrians and cyclists during the construction period?
- Ruhlsdorf lock
- Restrictions on the L71 for car drivers and temporary diversions of the cycle path onto the L71.
- Leesenbrück lock
- The existing crossing over the lock area cannot be used by pedestrians and cyclists during the construction period. The "Treidelweg" footpath and cycle path south of the lock is closed in the construction area and is diverted via the village of Marienwerder.
- Grafenbrück lock
- The road bridge with the overpass of the road "Grafenbrücker Weg" is closed for cars as well as pedestrians and cyclists during the construction period. The diversion is via the Krugbrücke in Marienwerder.
What other adverse effects are to be expected for those living near the locks during the construction period and what protective measures will be taken?
In this way, we want to ensure that avoidable disturbances are prevented and unavoidable disturbances are kept to a minimum during construction.