The Eder Dam – a giant from the imperial era
The barrier wall continues to hold the world record as the “longest structure permanently illuminated with color changing.” In 2014, for the 100th anniversary, 39 LED headlights were installed in the upper outlets. Every evening, after dark, you can marvel at the wonderful play of colors.
Visitor center, jetty, restaurants and the aqua park make the Edertalsperre with its forecourt a lively starting point.
During a leisurely tour of the 400 m long dam, our tour guides will provide you with exciting and interesting background information about the construction of the dam, the formation of the Edersee, the bombing in World War II and the national park with UNESCO World Heritage Site. Participation is free for holders of the MeineCard Edersee+ guest card, but prior registration by telephone is mandatory.
MyCardPlus: Free participation
AuszeitCardPlus: Free participation (once per year)
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Arrival & Parking
We recommend arriving by road via the federal highway L3086, either left over the bridge through Hemfurth (west side), or via the Edersee Randstraße (east side).
Parking
Parking lot (car + bus*) Edertalsperre (west side of the dam) - This parking lot is chargeable for cars. Buses park for free.
Parking lot (car + bus*) behind the Terrassenhotel Seepromenade (east side of the dam) - This parking lot is chargeable for cars. Buses park for free.
A daily rate can be purchased. The parking ticket is then valid in all other paid parking locations in the municipality of Edertal and the city of Waldeck.
Public transportation
Nearest bus stop(s): Barrier wall east side and Aquapark (west side)
Line(s): 510; 583.2; 518; 583.1
Please note that the number of bicycles you can take on the buses is limited. Bicycles can be taken free of charge in the designated areas. If the operational situation requires it, the transport company staff is entitled to exclude use. There is no entitlement to take along.
NVV-ServcieTelephone: 0800-939-0800
All connections including AST-Taxi connections can be clearly seen via the NVV timetable information - www.nvv.de/fahrplanauskunft
Tip for your smartphone - download the "NVV Mobil" app in the respective app store before the tour!
In general, the “AST-Taxi” (CallSammelTaxi) should also be included in the planning. With the CallSammelTaxis (AST), the NVV ensures mobility on routes that are not in great demand. Instead of taking the bus, you can travel here in normal taxis or rental cars. AST also have fixed timetables - you just have to register your wish to travel by telephone (usually) up to 30 minutes before the journey. Also remember that AST only run when there are no normal buses running at the same time.
Call the collective taxi center: +49 (0) 5631-5062088
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