Overview

• Low snowmelt and spring rainfall left inflows to the Forggensee well below the long-term average, delaying the expected June 1 fill
• Uniper began the annual filling process earlier than usual but lacked sufficient water to hit the target level without further precipitation
• Heavy showers over the weekend raised the lake to its full capacity on June 1, meeting needs for both power generation and tourism
• Boat tours on the Forggensee, originally slated to start June 1, are now scheduled to launch on June 4 thanks to the restored water level
• The reservoir plays a dual role in supplying hydroelectric power and offering scenic cruises near Bavaria’s iconic Neuschwanstein castle