Flood risk in Rinteln: Current water levels of the Weser in view!

Flood risk in Rinteln: Current water levels of the Weser in view!

Rinteln, Deutschland - On July 15, 2025, the situation along the Weser is tense: Floods are already predicted in Rinteln. The water levels clearly show which critical boundaries are reached and where the first streets could be under water. The Weser, from the rivers Werra and Fulda at Hann. Münden emerges, flows through several important cities, including Hameln, Minden, Bremen and Bremerhaven. But attention is all about Rinteln today.

Current flood warnings are in circulation for Lower Saxony and the levels speak for themselves. Hartler Straße is already affected by floods at a level of about 525 cm, while the areas below Woolworth and Brückentor are under water from a level of 486 cm. Fortunately, those responsible have taken many measures to monitor and prevention since 1946, when the highest level of 738 cm was measured.

The location on site

The current levels and their development are crucial. A medium water level (MW) of 219 cm between 1996 and 2006 was determined for Rinteln. The average low water level (MNW) is originally set to 121 cm. If we look at the reasons for the attention of the residents, it quickly becomes clear that the water levels are crucial: from 560 cm there is a risk of greater flood, which everyone takes seriously in Rinteln and the surrounding area.

• Rinteln:
  • 486 cm: area below Woolworth/Brückentor affected
  • 500 cm: Weser steps over the bank
  • 525 cm: Hartler Straße: passage closed
  • 540 cm: Access Womo parking space under water
  • 550 cm: Dankerser Straße: passed through
  • 560 cm: Danger of larger flood

Overview of the water levels in the region

But Rinteln is not affected alone. The water levels in other places along the Weser also provide concern:

The flood warnings are issued by various institutions, such as the flood center. Information is distributed via radio, television, loudspeaker cars, sirens, websites and social media. As a result, the residents receive current and reliable information in order to be able to act in good time.

we remain optimistic that the preparations and warning systems will take effect and that people in and around Rinteln are protected as best as possible. It is crucial to be attentive and to observe the developments closely, because nature is known to have its own laws.