U17 – The last leg of the most spectacular transport
In July 2024, we will demonstrate how to manoeuvre a 90-metre-long and 10-metre-high heavy transport not only under low bridges but also through the narrowest of roads in the picturesque Kraichgau.
From Technik Museum Speyer via the Rhine and Neckar, past Heidelberg and continuing on land via Haßmersheim, Eberbach and Bad Rappenau to Technik Museum Sinsheim. That is the plan.
After the world's first attempt to turn a submarine around was successfully mastered after initial difficulties, testing the turning device is now at hand: among other things, U17 will be turned on the pontoon of the push barge train next to the Old Bridge in Heidelberg, after which it will pass under the bridge and then be set upright again. A spectacle for young and old alike.
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Geo-Tracking
Please note, all times given are estimates. You can find out the exact location of U17 at any time using geo-tracking.
| Date | Stage |
| 30. June 2024 | Road transport from the Technik Museum Speyer to the Rhine |
| 5. July 2024 | River transport to Mannheim, then rotation of U17 |
| 6. July 2024 | Arrival in Heidelberg |
| 8. July 2024 | Drive past Neckargemünd, Neckarsteinach and Hirschhorn to Eberbach |
| 9. July 2024 | Drive from Eberbach to Haßmersheim |
| 13. July 2024 | Roll off of U17 from the pontoon to land |
| 14. July 2024 | Drive from Haßmersheim to the Fünfmühlental |
| 15. July 2024 | Passing through Siegelsbach |
| 16. July 2024 | Siegelsbach to Bad Rappenau |
| 17. July 2024 | Cross the railway line in Bad Rappenau and continue to Bonfeld |
| 20. July 2024 | Motorway drive from the Bonfeld to Sinsheim-Steinsfurt, stop between Reihen and Ittlingen |
| 21. - 27. July 2024 | Drive through Ittlingen, Hilsbach and Weiler to the TSG 1899 Hoffenheim stadium |
| 27. - 28. July 2024 | Crossing the A6 at night |
| 28. July 2024 | The grand finale: drive on the Neulandstrasse & drop anchor on the grounds of the Technik Museum Sinsheim |
The Route
Please note, all times given are estimates. You can find out the exact location of U17 at any time using geo-tracking.
| Date | Stage |
| 14. July 2024 | Drive from Haßmersheim to the Fünfmühlental |
| 15. July 2024 | Passing through Siegelsbach |
| 16. July 2024 | Siegelsbach to Bad Rappenau |
| 17. July 2024 | Cross the railway line in Bad Rappenau and continue to Bonfeld |
| 20. July 2024 | Motorway drive from the Bonfeld to Sinsheim-Steinsfurt, stop between Reihen and Ittlingen |
| 21. - 27. July 2024 | Drive through Ittlingen, Hilsbach and Weiler to the TSG 1899 Hoffenheim stadium |
| 27. - 28. July 2024 | Crossing the A6 at night |
| 28. July 2024 | The grand finale: drive on the Neulandstrasse & drop anchor on the grounds of the Technik Museum Sinsheim |
What you always wanted to know about U17 and transport
How was the submarine prepared for transport?
First, U17 was demilitarised at the thyssenkrupp Marine Systems shipyard in Kiel. After a thorough cleaning, including the removal of mussels, algae and the like, the submarine was ready for transport, could be loaded and transported to the Technik Museum Speyer. After its arrival, the employees of the Technik Museen Sinsheim Speyer set about preparing U17 for onward transport to Sinsheim. For example, the submarine was freed from the batteries and submersible weights weighing several tonnes, which there was not enough time to remove in Kiel. Now it is not only lighter for onward transport, but also for the upcoming turns of the submarine so that it can be driven under various bridges and railway crossings. After positioning the specially manufactured turning device, the first successful test turn of 73 degrees took place in November 2023.
What challenges lie ahead for the final transport of the U17 submarine?
The entire transport is a delicate undertaking. We manoeuvre the 90 metre long and 10 metre high heavy transport not only under deep bridges, but also through the narrowest streets of the picturesque Kraichgau region. One of the trickiest moments is turning the boat several times on the pontoon. Until now, turning has only been done on land. On the water, the crew not only has to keep the boat balanced, but also the pontoon. A particular challenge is sailing off the pontoon in Haßmersheim when U17 goes ashore. Here, too, the pontoon has to be constantly rebalanced to compensate for the changing load.
How long does the U17 transport from Speyer to Sinsheim take?
The transport from the Technik Museum Speyer to the Technik Museum Sinsheim is expected to take four weeks.
Why does the transport take so long?
As you can see from the timetable, there are only a few days in the four weeks when the transport is at a standstill. Work is either being carried out for the next transport section or waiting for the crossing of level crossings or motorways - which are only possible at night. Due to the many challenges along the route, four weeks are required.
Why not take the direct route to Sinsheim via the motorway (30 km)?
Of course, this was checked first, but there are various obstacles on this route that cannot be overcome or driven under. Due to the dimensions and weight of the transport, we have to take a different route for our maritime classic car.
How many kilometres does it cover on the road?
The unit covers around 50 kilometres over land.
What is the exact route on the road?
The exact route is shown here.
On which days is the transport on the move?
The transport and rest days can be found in the timetable.
At what speed does the pontoon move?
The pontoon moves forwards at a maximum speed of 10 km/h.
Where and when will U17 dock on its way to the Technik Museum Sinsheim?
U17 we moor here: Mannheim, Heidelberg, Eberbach and Haßmersheim.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to announce the exact times in advance - however, it is worth following our website, our social media channels and the live stream on YouTube, where all information is constantly updated and published.
Where does U17 dock in Heidelberg?
U17 will moor at the Neckarsonne pier.
Why and how is U17 turn oround?
Turning is essential as the submarine has to fit under several fairly deep bridges on water and on land, for example under the Old Bridge in Heidelberg. In addition, it has to be turned in the centre of Bad Rappenau in order to cross the railway line, which is located at a narrow intersection.
Each turn will proceed as follows: U17 is turned in 25 cm increments, measured on the outer skin. Each step corresponds to approximately six degrees. In this linear process, it is gradually tilted until U17 comes to rest at a 73-degree angle. In this way, the submarine tower is at the same height as the actual hull. This ensures that the obstacles on the Neckar and on land can be driven under.
Whre the U17 will be turn around?
Unfortunately, no exact times can be announced in advance - however, it is worth following our website and our channels in the well-known social media as well as the live stream on YouTube - all information is constantly updated and published there.
- Friday, 5 July: Tilt in MA-Rheinau on the premises of Spedition Kübler GmbH
- Saturday, 6 July: After arrival in Heidelberg, U17 will be set up again
- Monday, 8 July: U17 will lean to one side before passing the old bridge in Heidelberg
- Monday, 8 July: After arriving in Eberbach, U17 is back in its "normal position"
- Tuesday, 9 July: Before leaving for Haßmersheim, U17 tilts again by 73 degrees
- Tuesday, 9 July: After arriving in Haßmersheim, U17 straightens up before being loaded from the pontoon onto the transport truck
- Sunday, 14 July: Near Siegelsbach, we pass through a conveyor belt of a cement plant, U17 is turned directly in front of it and righted again immediately afterwards
- Wednesday, 17 July and Tuesday, 23 July: To cross the level crossings in Bad Rappenau and Ittlingen, U17 is turned in front of the level crossing and brought into its normal position after crossing it
- Saturday, 20 July: Before we enter the motorway in Bad Rappenau, we will tilt the submarine. After leaving the motorway at the Sinsheim/Steinsfurt junction, U17 will be set up again
Why is the submarine going ashore in Haßmersheim?
Haßmersheim is the ideal landing point for our route.
How does the landing in Haßmersheim work?
The submarine will dock at the former ferry terminal in Haßmersheim. The plan is to moor alongside there with the pushed convoy and prepare for unloading in the following days. On Saturday, 13 July, the pontoon will have to be laid across the river so that the low-loader can drive under the submarine and transport it ashore. This can only take place from 10 p.m., as the Neckar can only be closed for the required time at night.
What means and methods of transport were used to bring the submarine to the Technik Museum Speyer in 2023?
On 29 April 2023, U17 left the shipyard in Kiel with a tugboat. From Kiel, it then travelled on an ocean-going pontoon across the Baltic and North Sea to Holland. U17 was towed by the tug Teddy. From there, the Van der Wees Groep B.V. push boat took over and brought U17 to Speyer. From the Rhine to the Technik Museum, U17 was transported on a SCHEUERLE InterCombi platform wagon with 30 axles and 240 wheels. Two tractor units, each with 680 hp, pulled and pushed the heavy transport forward at walking pace.
Is it possible to enter the submarine or pontoon during transport?
Neither is possible during transport for safety reasons.
Which tractor units does Spedition Kübler GmbH use for transport?
The haulage company uses the following tractor units: a MAN 41.680 8x6 and a Mercedes 4165 8x6.
How many axles or wheels does the low-loader have?
Our submarine is transported on a 30-axle SCHEUERLE InterCombi platform trailer. The axles can be controlled individually. There are eight wheels per axle - making the low-loader with its 240 wheels an impressive machine.
How heavy is the transport overall?
Approx. 450 tonnes will be moved on the Kraichgau roads from Haßmersheim to the Technik Museum Sinsheim (approx. 350 tonnes of submarine and approx. 100 tonnes of low-loader).
How big is the pontoon on which the submarine is transported on the water?
The pontoon is 66.05 metres long and 11.45 metres wide.
Why is the submarine being transported on a pontoon and not floating?
The submarine is no longer buoyant due to its demilitarisation. Even if U17 could still swim, it has too much draught for the Rhine and Neckar. The pontoon, on the other hand, has the right draught for the rivers.
Who owns U17?
Our new exhibit is on loan from the Defence Technology Study Collection of the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support.
What are the technical details of the U17 submarine?
- Length: 48.6 m
- Width: 4.6 metres
- Draught: (max.) 4.3 to 4.5 metres
- Displacement: submerged 450 tonnes, stowed 498 tonnes
- Diving depth: 100 metres
- Crew: 22 to 23 men#
- Engine: Siemens electric traction motor with 1,100 kW / 1,500 hp; two MTU diesel engines with 440 kW / 600 hp each to drive the generators (charging the battery) Max. Speed 10 kn (18.52 km/h) surfaced, 17 (31.484) kn submerged
What are the key data of the U17 submarine?
- Order: June 1969
- Keel laid: 1 June 1970
- Launching: 10 October 1972
- Commissioned: 28 November 1973
- Decommissioned: 14 December 2010 decommissioned in Eckernförde
- Over 37 years in service with the German Navy and the German Navy
- Distance travelled: 201,152 nm (= 372,533.504 km), of which 80,105 nm (148,354.46 km) were submerged
When can U17 be viewed from the inside?
As soon as the submarine is in place, the workshop colleagues will begin fitting it out as a museum exhibit. The submarine is expected to be accessible from summer 2025.
How did the Technik Museen Sinsheim Speyer come to U17?
We owe this to our museum members. At BRAZZELTAG®, the annual technology festival at the Technik Museum Speyer, our museum president Hermann Layher and some museum members were sitting together when the idea of bringing a submarine to Sinsheim came up. In December 2017, the Museum Association Auto - Technik - Museum e.V. expressed its interest to the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support in acquiring or loaning a submarine. U17 is perfect for our museum - it is a further development of the U9 submarine on display at the Technik Museum Speyer. We are thus saving U17 from being scrapped and expanding our naval exhibition.
Why another submarine? Isn't there already one in Speyer?
Our museums display remarkable and historic vehicles and machines to showcase technical development and engineering skills. The submarine adds a marine history perspective to the exhibition and offers visitors the rare opportunity to experience such a means of transport at close quarters. U17 is the further development of U9 - the submarine located in the Technik Museum Speyer.
What significance does the submarine have for the collection and exhibition at the Technik Museen Sinsheim Speyer?
The submarine is of great importance to our collection at the Technik Museen Sinsheim Speyer, as it is a unique and impressive exhibit that transports visitors into the fascinating world of underwater vehicles. The submarine enables us to offer our visitors even more diverse insights into the history of maritime technology and thus arouse their interest and curiosity.
How expensive is the transport and what about the financing?
The project costs around two million euros and is mainly financed by donations. The museums are run by the non-profit organisation Auto + Technik Museum Sinsheim e. V. The museums are financed exclusively by admission fees, donations and membership fees. Surpluses are used to maintain and expand the museums. Donations are always welcome. Anyone can make a financial contribution to the U17 Transport project and help to ensure that this mega exhibit is preserved for future generations.
About U17
- U17 is a class 206A submarine that is around 48 metres long, with a draught of 4.6 metres, and displaces roughly 500 tonnes when submerged.
- Submarines were mainly deployed in the North Sea and Baltic Sea, and then, later, after the conversion to the class 206 Alpha, in the Mediterranean as well.
- U17 had a very special mission and, together with U26, was the first German submarine in American waters after the Second World War and the first submarine to enter the port of Baltimore after the last submarine anchored there in 1916 (U-Germany).
- The Type 206 submarines have served in the German Navy for almost 40 years – more than any other submarine before – and after such a long time it would have weighed on the souls of the generations of crew members if people had not preserved them and made them accessible for posterity. The "U17 submarine camaraderie", consisting of former crew members, will later take care of preserving the submarine as an exhibit.
Transport 2023: From Kiel to Speyer
At 7 a.m. on 4 April 2023, the submarine U17 was in the water for the last time. It was waiting for the tugboat on the grounds of the German Navy in Kiel.
Hours later, it was lifted into dry dock by a mighty 900-tonne gantry crane in the German Naval Yards Kiel's branch harbour.
U17 had to be demilitarised and thoroughly cleaned before it could be transported. Algae, mussels and barnacles adorned the belly of our new museum attraction. After all, it had been in the water since it was decommissioned in 2010.
At the end of April 2023, we returned to the water at walking pace.
29 April: U17, towed by the tug Teddy, left the dry dock for the Kiel Canal. The start of an exciting journey.
We travelled through the North Sea in high waves ...
... in the direction of the Netherlands: Hoek van Holland entrance.
Until U17 could dock in Dordrecht ...
... there was a short tour of Rotterdam.
The pushed convoy travelled on the Waal from Dordrecht via Nijmegen to Germany.
First harbour in Germany: Duisburg, the city of water and fire.
In the morning hours, U17 left the Ruhrpott city ...
... past idyllic banks of the Rhine and ...
... finally made a stop in the metropolis of Cologne. Thousands made a pilgrimage to the landing stage to welcome U17.
On its way to Speyer, the convoy, pushed by the pusher PIETER of the Van der Wees company, passed Bonn, Lahnstein, Mainz and the Nibelungen city of Worms.
Speyer's natural harbour was not far away: the cathedral city's Rhine bridge.
May we introduce the transport crew: Van der Wees, Fischer Kran und Transport GmbH & Co. KG, Spedition Kübler GmbH and our colleagues.
Jacked up, secured and off the pontoon we went.
On a 30-axle vehicle, the colossus moved millimetre by millimetre towards solid ground.
The roll-off was successful.
On Sunday, 21 May 2023: The road transport to the Technik Museum got underway.
Thousands accompanied the procession in perfect spring weather.
The professionals from Spedition Kübler GmbH mastered all challenges, such as a traffic light system standing in the way, with flying colours. This was moved without further ado.
After a three-hour journey, the submarine dropped anchor in its temporary home.
The successful test rotation followed in November. U17 was tilted by a full 74 degrees. This is the only way U17 will be able to pass various bridges and level crossings when it is transported from Speyer to Sinsheim in July 2024.
Start of transport from the Technik Museum Speyer to the banks of the Rhine (30 June 2024)
Today, 30 June, at 8:20 a.m., we set off: our U17 submarine made its way to the banks of the Rhine. The starting signal for our four-week U17 trip to the Technik Museum Sinsheim has been given. We are delighted with the successful start and the smooth progress. And the weather also played along: It was a rain-free morning. U17 is now being prepared for transport by river.
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Roll-on of the submarine on the river pontoon (2 July 2024)
What a marvellous moment! The roll-on of the submarine U17 onto the pontoon is complete: U17 has been manoeuvred precisely and safely onto the pontoon. This marks another milestone in the four-week transport of the U17 from the Technik Museum Speyer to the Technik Museum Sinsheim! But that's not all! Now there is still a lot of securing and fastening work to be done before the pushed convoy sets off across the Rhine towards Mannheim on Friday, 5 July, where it will be turned on the pontoon for the first time.
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U17 rotation in Mannheim (5 July 2024)
The first turn of our submarine on the water has been completed. This challenging operation was successfully completed today, 5 July, and marks an important milestone in the four-week transport of the submarine from Speyer to the Technik Museum in Sinsheim. The convoy left the banks of the Rhine in Speyer in the early hours of the morning. At around 12 noon, it moored in front of the premises of the Kübler haulage company in Mannheim/Rheinau. Then it was a case of one step at a time: loosening the lashings, stowing them neatly and safely, then laying the electrics for the rotating device and getting it ready for operation. A unique spectacle for all involved - 350 tonnes tipped to one side within a few minutes until U17 came to a halt on the river pontoon at an angle of 76 degrees.
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From Mannheim to Heidelberg (6 July 2024)
A real highlight took place in Heidelberg on 6 July: Our submarine U17 moored in front of the city's historic landmarks on the banks of the Neckar, attracting numerous curious visitors. Below Heidelberg Castle and in front of the Old Bridge, all those present were presented with a visually stunning scenario: the castle ruins on the right, the Old Bridge on the left and our submarine right in the middle - a real spectacle!
The transport also attracted the attention of families, history buffs and technology enthusiasts on its way from Mannheim to the Rhine-Neckar metropolis. It was a matter of centimetres as the convoy negotiated the Neckar bridge in Ladenburg and the narrow Schwabenheim lock.
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U17 anchors in Heidelberg (7 July 2024)
In perfect weather for an excursion, our U17 submarine welcomed Heidelberg residents, tourists and fans to the banks of the Neckar in Heidelberg. The former submariners were more than willing to answer questions from interested visitors. As soon as the sun went down, the maritime old-timer shone in the colours of colourful underwater worlds - an absolutely breathtaking sight that was perfectly staged by the Metropolink Festival's light projection.
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From Heidelberg to Eberbach (8 July 2024)
On 8 July, we set off from Heidelberg on the 35-kilometre-long waterway to Eberbach. What a journey! We passed historic old towns, castles, vineyards and the varied nature of the Neckar valley. We were greeted enthusiastically by the locals in Eberbach at around 6 pm. They greeted our U17 submarine with a big hello, their own submarine song and fanfares. There was an absolute holiday atmosphere on the sensational, specially heaped up sandy beach! The party went wild with rousing live music from "Get Back" and the "Eberbach Ol'star Band"!
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From Eberbach to Haßmersheim (9 July 2024)
U17 on the water for the last time ... At 9 o'clock sharp, the pushed convoy with the tilted submarine U17 set off on its final leg on the water. The destination: the municipality of Haßmersheim in the Neckar-Odenwald district. The charming waterway from Eberbach to Haßmersheim led along the Neckar valley through a picturesque, wooded and hilly landscape in Baden-Württemberg. The impressive welcome with cannon shots was followed by the festive part of the day with live music and culinary delights along the banks of the Neckar.
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The last shore leave of U17 - a successful roll-off in Haßmersheim (13 July 2024)
What an exciting morning! Our submarine was now on the water for the very last time. Accompanied by former submariners, many onlookers and the U17 transport team, the 350-tonne colossus finally came ashore in the early hours of the morning. It was an impressive sight as the pontoon was positioned across the Neckar and the 30-axle low-loader carefully drove under U17. U17 was then lowered, secured, made ready for departure and parked. A great moment for everyone involved! With this marvellous action, the water transport for U17 is now officially finished.
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From Haßmersheim to the cement conveyor belt near Neckarmühlbach (14 July 2024)
Breathe a sigh of relief - there were two reasons to celebrate today, Sunday. The world's first rotation of a submarine on a low-loader - an absolute milestone! And as if that wasn't enough, this day also marked the halfway point of the four-week transport from Speyer to the Technik Museum Sinsheim. What a success!
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From Neckarmühlbach to Siegelsbach (15 July 2024)
Like the Mühlbach stream, our submarine meandered through the beautiful Fünfmühlental valley until it arrived in the centre of Siegelsbach at midday. The maritime old-timer was greeted with great cheers and interest by the local population. The local clubs catered for all the onlookers and, of course, our crew. The convoy set off at around 2.30 p.m. and parked the submarine behind the roundabout at the end of Siegelsbach in the direction of Bad Rappenau.
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From Siegelsbach to Bad Rappenau (16 July 2024)
U17 was greeted with cheers as soon as it entered the town. And before the celebrations could continue, there were still two tricky sections for our crew to master. The tightest bend on the route so far (the 90-degree bend at the Protestant church) was passed with the utmost care thanks to the precise and experienced efforts of the driving team. A few metres further on, the roundabout was also mastered with the utmost concentration from everyone. Afterwards, the arrival of U17 was celebrated in style. And while the people of Bad Rappenau continue to celebrate tomorrow (17 July), the transport crew will be preparing for the upcoming crossing of the railway line from 9 am. At around 12 noon, U17 will be turned around and then travel over the tracks and under the overhead line at around 11.30 pm - another highlight we can look forward to
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Railway crossing in Bad Rappenau (18 July 2024)
Shortly after midnight, we set off on an exciting adventure: slowly and carefully, we crossed the railway crossing in Bad Rappenau with our submarine. The overhead lines were raised beforehand for this purpose. In front of hundreds of onlookers, the 30-axle low-loader moved forwards with impressive ease and aplomb. As soon as it left the roundabout, our team manoeuvred U17 into Wimpfener Straße and pulled the metal colossus past the houses with the utmost care. This was also accomplished in less than 30 minutes. The metal colossus was then secured, erected and parked at the end of Bad Rappenau shortly before 5 o'clock in the morning.
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From Bad Rappenau to Bonfeld (18 July 2024)
On this day, U17 had to cover the shortest route to the Technik Museum Sinsheim to date. However, the three junctions on this route demanded maximum concentration from the crew. After a good two hours, it was done: U17 arrived in front of the road maintenance depot in Bonfeld and was greeted by an exuberant atmosphere.
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U17 as a wrong-way driver on the motorway (20/21 July 2024)
In the night from Saturday to Sunday, the Kraichgau region experienced an absolute world premiere: our 350-tonne and almost 50-metre-long submarine drove on the fully closed A6 motorway and covered a section of the motorway as a ghost driver! We parked U17 in the car park between Reihen and Ittlingen at around 7 o'clock in the morning.
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U17 in lateral position for the last time - railway crossing in Ittlingen (23 July 2024)
It was not only the narrow road that caused the transporters and all the onlookers to hold their breath, it was also the last turn of the 350-tonne colossus on its almost four-week journey from Speyer to the Technik Museum Sinsheim and the last railway crossing. On schedule and shortly after lifting the overhead lines, the low-loader made its way to the railway line. At 00:30, the last of the 30 axles rolled over the railway track - an incredible moment!
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U17 in Ittlingen (24 July 2024)
The residents and spectators were treated to a sight they will not soon forget: The maritime classic car wound its way through the town centre with impressive precision - what a sight. The local clubs provided the submarine fans with delicious food and refreshing drinks. Before U17 set off for its overnight quarters at the end of the town in the direction of Hilsbach, onlookers had the unique opportunity to take selfies and chat to the transport team and former submariners from the German Submariners' Association (Verband Deutscher U-Boot-Fahrer e. V.) led by Jürgen Weber.
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U17 in Hilsbach (25 July 2024)
What an incredible reception in Hilsbach - our first stop of the day in the Sinsheim district! Hundreds of people accompanied the transport from Ittlingen to Hilsbach at the roadside - and with an impressive presence. U17 was duly welcomed with banners, cheers and freshly grilled food. The people of Hilsbach then happily welcomed our new exhibit. Residents and visitors to the region did not want to miss out on the spectacle and lined the streets to catch a glimpse of the gigantic metal colossus. But before the convoy could be parked, a tricky intersection in the town centre had to be mastered. Only a few centimetres separated U17 from the church wall and a residential building. After successful manoeuvring, the crew had more than earned the applause that followed.
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U17 through Weiler to the PreZero Arena in Sinsheim (26 July 2024)
The penultimate stage through the Kraichgau region took U17 from Weiler to the grounds of TSG Hoffenheim. The winding, serpentine roads were a real highlight and made the transport an impressive logistical feat. At the foot of Steinsberg Castle, further exciting challenges awaited us: a roundabout and a narrow road that runs alongside the facades of houses. What an adventure! At times it was so narrow between the houses that road signs had to be removed to allow us to pass. But that was not all: as Burgdorf is situated on the highest elevation in Kraichgau, the route went downhill again at the end of the village. Thanks to careful planning and preparation, which included straightening sections of the road with steel plates, the transport went smoothly. Countless onlookers lined the route and captured the moment with their cameras - an unforgettable experience for everyone involved!
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