Dürre in Deutschland: Diese Bilder zeigen, wo Trockenheit und Niedrigwasser die Wirtschaft treffen
Die Pegelstände an Deutschlands Flüssen sind vielerorts niedriger denn je. Das belastet große Unternehmen immer stärker. Ein Blick aus der Luft zeigt die Ausmaße.
In the German town of Kaub on the Rhine, the summer heat of 2026 has made it a notable landmark. The reason behind this is the impact of the river's water level on numerous businesses across the country. The Rhine has effectively been divided into two sections - one north of Kaub and another south of it. According to official data, the water level dropped to just six centimeters overnight from Friday to Saturday, the lowest level since detailed records began.
Even areas below six centimeters are considered too shallow for inland ships. The River Navigation Association had previously stated that traffic would not be possible with one-digit water levels. Some ships are still navigating the section, as per data from "Marine Traffic." The captains themselves decide whether to continue or not.
From a satellite view, it is evident that the water level has been gradually decreasing over the past weeks. On the shores and in the river, sandy patches become more apparent with each passing week.
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