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Swimming in the Elbe: Life-threatening rules and warnings for swimmers!
Find out everything about the bathing bans on the Elbe in Magdeburg and the governing regulations for inland shipping.
Swimming in the Elbe: Life-threatening rules and warnings for swimmers!
A terrible incident occurred on the Elbe when a woman was swept away by the current while swimming. According to a report by MDR Such tragic events are not uncommon in large rivers, where the dangers are often underestimated.
Did you know that special rules apply to the Elbe? Especially those Inland waterway regulations sets strict regulations to prevent accidents. For example, it is forbidden to swim within a 100-meter radius of bridges, weirs, harbor entrances, lock areas and floating work equipment. Swimming near ferries and estuaries is also prohibited. These rules are important not only for the safety of swimmers, but also for the smooth operation of ship traffic.
Dangers of swimming in rivers
The risks of swimming in larger bodies of water are varied. People often underestimate the different currents that prevail in rivers like the Elbe. There are also deep places that are not visible at first glance, as well as hidden dangers in the form of stones, rocks or even scrap beneath the surface of the water. According to the inland navigation regulations, such accidents can have fatal consequences not only for swimmers, but also for shipping.
The BinSchStrO, which regulates traffic rules for inland waters in Germany, is part of German shipping law. Violations of these regulations, as stated in the Inland waterway regulations can be punished with fines and other sanctions. This not only ensures safety on the water, but also protects the environment.
The importance of inland waterway transport
The regulations set out in the inland navigation regulations apply to all road users on these waterways. In addition to general rules, there are also special regulations for certain waterways, which, for example, specify permissible dimensions, speeds and drafts. A lot is also in Inland Navigation Act which contains important requirements for the private law situation in inland shipping. These laws and regulations are critical to the safety and protection of waterways.
Given these circumstances, the incident on the Elbe shows once again how important it is to stick to the rules and take the dangers of large rivers seriously. Swimmers should always be aware of the risks and observe clearly defined swimming zones and the applicable regulations in order not to endanger themselves or others.