Minden · DE

Informationszentrum am Wasserstraßenkreuz Minden

The Minden Waterway Crossing Information Centre sits at one of Europe's most remarkable feats of hydraulic engineering: the point where the Mittelland Canal crosses over the River Weser on a 341-metre aqueduct bridge, roughly 13 metres above the river's surface. Run by Germany's Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration, the centre offers a free permanent exhibition that brings the German inland waterway network to life through scale models, multimedia displays, and detailed panels. It is an ideal starting point for exploring the wider crossing complex — including the historic shaft lock, the newer Weser lock, the two canal bridges, and a circular experience trail — making it a rewarding stop for anyone curious about how ships navigate between two entirely different waterways.