Germany Old train bridge, Lehnitzschleuse, Oranienburg
This abandoned bridge for trains across the Order-Havel-Kanal is part of the Nazi forced labor harbor KZ Außenlager Klinkerwerk. The bridge itself is closed via large gates. (for historical details in German, see http://www.stiftung-bg.de/gums/de/geschichte/kzsachs/klinkerwerk/klink06.htm )
Photography Tips
The waterway is very calm, so it is perfect for reflections - come on a day without wind. There's only trees around, which makes it easy to get a good background.
Travel Information
The western side is easily accessible. The parking spot is small but quite close, with a nice walk. along the waterway is a long distance bicycle way. Closest train station is Oranienburg, where also S-Bahn comes from Berlin.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Nearly no other people
Best Timing
All timings are equally good
Sunrise & Sunset
07:10 - 16:30
| current local time: 15:49
Photo Themes
Abandoned
Bridge
concentration camp
forced labor
nazi era
Railroad
Train
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