Flood chaos in Koblenz: Roads locked and level on in a descent!

In the night from Friday to Saturday, January 10th, 2025, the highest level on the Rhine and Moselle was measured in Koblenz. On the Rhine, the level reached a maximum of 6.36 meters at the Koblenz location at three o'clock in the morning. On Saturday morning, January 11, 2025, however, the water levels fell again, such as the Rhein-Zeitung reported.

The city of Koblenz continued to accept restrictions due to the flood. Many streets were already closed on Friday, including the Peter-Altmeier bank and the B 416 from Güls. The current situation is also influenced by the Rhineland-Palatinate flood forecast, which announced that the water levels will fall quickly by the rain and high level of moisture, such as Süddeutsche.de reported.

Current developments and measures

The flood forecasting center announced that falling levels can be expected on the Middle Rhine from Saturday. In addition, a melting of snow in the Eifel influences the water level on the Moselle. A water level above the two -year flood is expected at the Trier level, but there is uncertainty about the exact time of the maximum of the Moselle.

In Cochem, the police reported numerous blocked streets; The bypass of these locks can be punished with warning money. The city of Koblenz also reported flooded bank roads, where mobile flood protection walls are increased. Protective gates on the river banks are closed and the first pedestrian walkways are set up to ensure safety.

Although there is a first cautious all -clear from the Ahr Valley, where the flood situation in the Ahrweiler district has relaxed and the water level of the Ahr falls, there are still possible delays in public transport and restrictions for drivers.