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Austria's highest fish ladder is currently being built in Traun-Pucking.

We enjoyed the ferry ride.

Ideal for a little refreshment

Ottensheim-Wilhering Power Plant and Lock! This impressive facility on the Danube plays an important role in energy generation and shipping. Here are some interesting aspects: ### General Information - **Location**: The power plant and lock are located in the municipality of **Wilhering** in **Upper Austria**. - **Year of Construction**: The power plant was built from **1970 to 1975** and is a run-of-river power plant. ### Technical Features 1. **Lock**: - The lock has **two lock chambers** measuring **230 × 24 m**. - It allows ships to pass through and overcomes the height difference in the river. 2. **Power Plant**: - The power plant has an **capacity** of approximately **30 MW** and uses the current of the Danube to generate electricity. - It is part of a project with **72 million euros** being invested to ensure the lifespan and efficiency of the power plant for another **50 years**. 3. **Water level**: - The river dam length is **16 km**, and the dam target is at an altitude of approximately **250 m**. ### Significance - **Energy generation**: The power plant contributes significantly to the region's electricity supply and is an important component of renewable energy sources in Austria. - **Shipping**: The lock is a central point for inland navigation on the Danube, enabling the transport of goods and passengers. ### Summary The **Ottensheim-Wilhering power plant and lock** are not only technical masterpieces, but also crucial elements for the energy supply and shipping in the region. A visit to this facility offers exciting insights into the world of hydropower and engineering! ✨

Traun Castle

Originally, Weißenberg Castle stood on this site. The conversion of the castle into a palace began between 1517 and 1575 under Volker von Volkensdorff. Under Hans Caspar von Volkenstorff, the present Renaissance-style palace was built in front of the old castle. In the 18th century, it passed to the Kremsmünster Abbey. In 1803, Kremsmünster's Abbot Alexander had the old castle, including its fortifications and the Chapel of the Ascension, demolished and a new palace wing built. In the 20th century, several owners followed suit until the Kuthy family acquired the palace from bankruptcy in 1970 and restored it to perfection. Today, it is primarily used for residential purposes and cultural events. Apart from exhibition openings and other cultural events, the palace can only be viewed from the outside.

Great bike path and suitable for everyone

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