Travel: Poland - Elblag Canal (10 images)
At the Elblag Canal in Poland boats are uniquely transported overland to overcome part of the difference in water levels. A system of rail-mounted cable trolleys on skipways besides traditional locks are connecting the various sections of the Elblag Canal.
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Signpost. Ostroda - Elblag Canal: Overland...
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Boat on cable car being pulled uphill. Ostroda...
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Boat on cable car being pulled uphill. Ostroda...
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Boat on cable car being pulled uphill. Ostroda...
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Sailing boat on cable car being pulled uphill...
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Lockmaster overseeing tourist boat on...
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Tourist boat on cable-cradle approaching uphill...
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Lockmaster: Overland transportation of boats on...
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Cable pulling boat cradle. Ostroda - Elblag...
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Power transmission station: Overland...