Water Management System of Augsburg
- States
- Germany
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 2019
- Region
- Europe & North America
- Coordinates
- 48.3654722222, 10.902
- Last Visited
- 2022
- UNESCO ID
- 1580
- WH Site
- 1580
The Water Management System of Augsburg, a UNESCO World Heritage site, showcases over 700 years of innovative hydraulic engineering, evolving from the 14th century to today. It features a sophisticated network of canals, historic water towers, monumental fountains, and hydroelectric power stations that still provide sustainable energy. This system, which separated drinking and process water as early as the 15th century, highlights pioneering technological advancements that supported urban growth and established a lasting legacy in water management.
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