--- title: "Wasserstraßenkreuz Minden" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/region/excursion/poi/wasserstrassenkreuz-minden" description: "After a long period of planning, construction began in 1906 on what was a gigantic project at the time: the Rhine-Weser Canal. A 341 metre long bridge leads the Mittelland Canal over the Weser, forming one of the largest waterway crossings in the world.In order to get from the Mittelland Canal to the Weser or vice versa, the shaft lock was built in 1914. As this no longer meets the requirements of today's ships, the Weser lock was opened right next to the shaft lock in 2017, which now also allows locking for large motor cargo ships.The information centre at the shaft lock has more information on the German waterway network and inland shipping transport systems for you. This is open from April to October from Monday to Saturday from 09:00 to 17:00 and on Sundays and public holidays from 09:00 to 18:00.There is also an experience trail on site, which connects the sights at the Oberhafen and the waterway cross in a circular tour. The tour is approx. 4 km long. In addition to the locks, you will see the Sympher monument, the sailing mast of the Holfast skippers' association, the large and small pumping station and many other exciting attractions. The other attractions can also be found as excursion destinations in the Teutonavigator." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2190262/46ce4d88f82f132f6f84f934eb7b0073d77a3df36d4191d994fd931c995a1964/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Discover the region > Excursion > POI" --- Share Wasserstraßenkreuz Minden ========================= - Tip - Vantage point/Observation tower - Waters - Bridge - Tourist attractions – various - channel - nature experiences - various - Visitor centre - Nature discovery trail Das Bild zeigt das Wasserstraßenkreuz von oben. Auf dem Mittellandkanal fährt ein Schiff der Mindener Fahrgastschiffahrt. Das Bild zeigt die das Wasserstraßenkreuz. Im Hintergrund ist die Porta Westfalica zu sehen. Das Bild zeigt das Wasserstraßenkreuz mit Mittellandkanal und Weser. Das Bild zeigt das Wasserstraßenkreuz mit Mittellandkanal und Weser. Das Bild zeigt das Wasserstraßenkreuz mit Mittellandkanal und Weser. **The largest twin waterway junction in the world** --------------------------------------------------- Minden welcomes you to the **largest twin waterway junction in the world**! After a long period of planning, construction **began** in 1906 on what was a gigantic project at the time: **the Rhine-Weser Canal**. A **341 metre long bridge** leads the **Mittelland Canal over the Weser**, forming one of the largest **waterway crossings in the world**.In order to get from the Mittelland Canal to the Weser or vice versa, the shaft lock was built **in 1914.** As this no longer meets the requirements of today's ships, **the Weser lock** was opened **right next to the shaft lock** in 2017, which now also allows **locking for large motor cargo ships**. The **information centre** at the shaft lock has more information on the German **waterway network and inland shipping transport systems** for you. This is open from April to October from Monday to Saturday from 09:00 to 17:00 and on Sundays and public holidays from 09:00 to 18:00. There is also an **experience trail** on site, which connects the **sights at the Oberhafen and the waterway cross in a circular tour**. The tour is approx. 4 km long. In addition to the **locks, you will see the Sympher monument**, the **sailing mast of the Holfast skippers' association**, the **large and small pumping station** and many other exciting attractions. The other attractions can also be found as excursion destinations in the Teutonavigator. Read more Good to know ------------ General information - Parking Available Eligibility - for Groups - for Class - for families - Pet allowed - for Children of all Ages Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities The waterway junction is located in the immediate vicinity of the Minden locks. Parking is available here (Baushofstraße) and also at the locks (Sympherstraße). Read more Contact person Minden Marketing GmbH**Company** Domstr. 2 32423 Minden License (master data) Minden Marketing GmbH This content has been partially or completely optimised or created by AI.* Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Other - Other - Other - Food & Beverage - bakery / pastry shop - restaurant - ice cream parlor - Accomodations - Hotel - Holiday apartment - Hotel garni - Place of interest - Waters - Bridge - Historic town centre - Permanently closed - Tours 15.03 km - Themed trail 268.99 km - Regional bike tour 43.97 km - Regional bike tour Contact **Wasserstraßenkreuz Minden** Bauhofstraße 32425 Minden