Lock · Rhine km 179.28
Kembs lock – status and chambers
Kembs lock lies at Rhine km 179.28 on the Rhin / Grand canal d'Alsace. Passage Tool shows its live operating status, planned closures from official EuRIS notices and the chamber dimensions you need to plan your passage.
Key facts
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Waterway | Rhin / Grand canal d'Alsace |
| km | Rhine km 179.28 |
| VHF channel | 20 |
| Contact | +33 3 89 48 35 66 |
Chambers
| Chamber | Length | Width |
|---|---|---|
| Sas Est | 186.5 m | 22.9 m |
| Sas Ouest | 180 m | 22.9 m |
Before you approach
Call the lock on VHF channel 20 before arrival. Check active and planned closures in Passage Tool or on EuRIS: maintenance on one chamber can mean longer waiting times even when the lock stays open.