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About Edersee Dam
The Edersee Dam is a huge hydroelectric dam spanning the Eder river in northern Hesse, holding back the long, winding Edersee reservoir. It was constructed between 1908 and 1914 from grey brown local stone, and the curved wall stands roughly 50m high with a small gate tower at each end. Today it generates hydroelectric power and regulates the water levels for shipping on the Weser river. You can walk along the top of the dam wall and shoot straight down the curve to highlight its height or out across the lake for amazing views. Plus the long row of stone arches under the road along the top of the dam makes a great repeating pattern to experiment with. If you want to capture the whole dam as it spans the river valley you can shoot from the tower at the visitor centre by the south end, or climb to the Uhrenkopf Lookout. Make sure to plan extra time so you can stay into the evening. Every night after dark the arches are lit with LEDs that change colour for various themes. If you are lucky enough to time your visit with a very wet spring, the reservoir sometimes spills over the top and sends a white veil of water down the face. The dam is easily accessible with a large car park at the south end of the dam and a visitor centre filled with lots of information about the dam and the surrounding area. (Edertal, Hesse, Germany)
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