200 years ago, what is now the oldest Neckar lock was inaugurated in Heilbronn - by King Wilhelm of Württemberg, who also gave it its name. The building is still in operation today and was rediscovered by the Buga.
Source: stimme.de/regional/region/aelteste-neckarschleuse- wird-am-samstag-200-years-alt-art-4509607

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The historic lock is still used today for sports boats and small yachts.

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Götzenturm – Neckar Riverside Cycle Path loop from Heilbronn

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Neckarbogen Park – Old Shipping Company Heilbronn loop from Heilbronn

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Old Shipping Company Heilbronn – Neckarbogen Park loop from Heilbronn

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Elevation 160 m

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Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Wilhelmskanal Lock (Heilbronn)

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Götzenturm – Neckar Riverside Cycle Path loop from Heilbronn

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