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German Inland Waterways Museum
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The German Inland Waterways Museum (Museum der Deutschen Binnenschifffahrt) is located on the banks of the Ruhr river in Duisburg, a city at the heart of Europe's largest inland port. The museum traces the history of river shipping from ancient logboats to modern container vessels. Housed in a former shipbuilding hall, it features full-size historic boats, interactive exhibits on lock systems and cargo handling, and a collection of models and maritime artifacts. Visitors can step aboard the museum ship 'Oscar Huber', a steam-powered paddle tug, and explore the engine room. The museum offers a hands-on look at how waterways shaped the region's industrial development.
Don't miss
- Tour the steam paddle tug 'Oscar Huber'
- See historic boats and barges in the indoor exhibition
- Interactive displays on lock operations and river navigation
- Model ship collection spanning centuries
- Location on the Ruhr river with views of working barges
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit German Inland Waterways Museum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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