Flood protection

Lippstadt against the floods - a success story in flood protection on the Lippe

A city on the river - marked by the force of nature
Since the flood disaster in the Ahr valley in 2021 at the latest, the fear of flooding has once again become very real. Lippstadt's location in the Lippeniederung has repeatedly presented the city center with major challenges since it was founded. Floods were an omnipresent risk that concerned residents for centuries. The devastating flood of 1965 in particular clearly showed how vulnerable the city was at the time.

Waters in NRW: Digital protective shield on embankments in Lippstadt
Following the experiences of July 17, 1965, flood protection in Lippstadt was systematically expanded. Today, a dense network of dykes, pumping stations and retention basins reliably protects the town from flooding. Regular monitoring of the water level of the Lippe at Bückeburger Straße makes it possible to react to impending dangers at an early stage.

Precautionary measures such as dykes and sandbags against flooding
Thanks to the extensive flood protection measures, Lippstadt can now serve as an example for other cities. All the important data forms the basis for the operation of water management facilities and for forecasting high and low water.

Discover how Lippstadt has managed to protect itself from the dangers of flooding. Visit the city and see the modern flood protection system for yourself.