The left-hand weir gates on the weir system were opened to lower the water level. The complete flow of the Enz currently takes place exclusively via these weir panels. This creates a current in the Enz that boaters can get caught in if they approach the weir too closely or stay too far in the middle of the river or on the left-hand side. They are then pulled over the weir boards into the Enz area below the weir. Due to the turbulence below the weir, this can be dangerous for canoeists and boaters, even if they are wearing a life jacket.
When navigating this section of the Enz, it is essential to ensure that the exit on the right-hand side in front of the weir is used and that it is "carried around", i.e. the watercraft must be carried around the weir. A floating platform is attached to this exit for the time the weir is lowered to make it easier to disembark. The danger zone is marked with a rope. The danger zone should not be entered for your own safety. Further information is available on the homepage of the Ludwigsburg District Office at https://www.landkreis-ludwigsburg.de/de/umwelt-technik/umwelt-und-naturschutz/wasser-und-abwasser/bootsfahren-auf-der-enz/, from the Environment Department of the District Office or from local canoe providers.
