The lock is located at kilometer 72.8 on the Müritz-Havel-Wasserstraße.
It manages a total lift height of approximately 1.5 meters.
The lock chamber dimensions are 42 meters in length and 5.3 meters in width.
It was extensively modernized in the early 2000s to support automated operations.
The facility is a primary transit point for small craft traveling between Mirow and Wesenberg.
Diemitz Lock is a critical navigational gateway connecting the Vilzsee and the Labussee within the Mecklenburg Lake District. It functions as a key passage for recreational boaters traveling along the Müritz-Havel-Wasserstraße. The lock features a modern automated control system designed to manage the water level differences between the interconnected lakes. It serves as a central hub for water tourism, handling significant traffic during peak summer months. Visitors can observe the mechanical process of vessels ascending or descending as they transition between the bodies of water. The site is integrated into the regional network of navigable waterways maintained by the Wasserstraßen- und Schifffahrtsverwaltung des Bundes.
The pedestrian bridge overlooking the lock chamber provides a clear view of the water level changes.
Use the waiting buoys upstream and downstream if the lock chamber is occupied or currently cycling.
Keep a radio or phone handy to communicate with lock operators if you encounter any technical navigation issues.
Observe the red-green light signals closely, as they strictly dictate when vessels may enter the lock chamber.
Attempting to dock or enter the chamber while the gates are in motion or without explicit signal authorization.
Operating status is strictly seasonal, generally aligning with the broader navigation window for the Mecklenburg waterway network from spring through autumn.
Maintain a safe distance from operating lock gates and bollards; follow all maritime safety instructions provided by staff.
