The dam is located on the Rursee near Heimbach and Hasenfeld. This view of the water and the surrounding area is simply wonderful at any time of year.

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The Heimbach power plant on the Urft dam was put into operation as early as 1905. The RWE Industrial Museum is located in the power plant.

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May 7, 2020

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Magnificent views of Heimbach and the surrounding area.

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Location: Heimbach, Kreis Düren, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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