Be careful in the Isar: Invisible steel girders endanger bathers!

Be careful in the Isar: Invisible steel girders endanger bathers!

Isar, München, Deutschland - The city of Munich on May 20, 2025 pronounced an urgent warning of dangers in the Isar. Due to a shift in gravel that occurred after floods in 2024, artificially introduced steel beams, also known as groybs, have now become visible. These are located north of the Thalkirchner bridge and south of the flakery, under water and represent a considerable danger for bathers and boaters, reports the tz.de .

In order to ensure security, a bathing ban for the affected area was issued. The department for climate and environmental protection (RKU) recommends being particularly careful near this danger site. Signs for marking the dangers will be set up shortly to inform the public about the risks. According to the press release of the RKU, these steel beams were previously hidden by gravel cover, which has now been exposed by the low level of the river.

dangers for bathers and boot drivers

The dangers for bathers and boot drivers are still high. The department for climate and environmental protection underlines that Baden is prohibited in the immediate vicinity of these danger spots. The current of the Isar is usually strong, and in the event of floods, suitable exit points can be flooded. Also slimmed drift, fallen trees and invisible obstacles under water increase the risk of injury, according to the warning of muenchen.de .

Caution is required regardless of the weather. Strong trends, water rollers and incredible large stones as well as roots make bathing and boat driving potentially dangerous. In the event of flooding, paddling also requires more strength, and the risk of accidents increases, since tragic consequences such as caps or even drowning cannot be ruled out. A general prohibition of access extends from the Thalkirchner bridge to the Max-Joseph Bridge.

The city of Munich recommends that all citizens be clear about the current Situation on the Isar and to follow the safety instructions of the RKU. The existing dangers and uncertainties from the water quality must be taken seriously so that accidents and injuries are avoided.