A new jetty at Grevenmacher is designed to help lifeguards

On 17 June 2025, a strategic infrastructure facility, berth OA2513, was inaugurated at the Deisermillen site in Grevenmacher for the Regional Traffic Police and the CGDIS Fire and Rescue Corps. The ceremony was attended by Minister of Mobility and Public Works Yuriko Backes, Minister of the Interior Léon Gloden, Mayor of Grevenmacher Monique Hermes, as well as representatives of the Police, CGDIS and the Bridges and Roads Administration.

The 74-metre long berth was designed to meet the specific tasks of both services, from patrolling and controlling river traffic to rescue operations and searching for missing persons. The infrastructure enables CGDIS and police vessels to berth directly, speeding up the start of operations.

Two lifting cranes of 8 tonnes each are placed on site. These cranes are equipped with adjustable traverses, allowing even large boats to be launched. Additionally, a gentle ramp for launching small boats from the trailer is equipped, which simplifies deployment in emergency situations.

The technical block adjacent to the quay is equipped with a video surveillance system and serves as storage for equipment. The site has access to potable water and electricity, as well as an environmentally compliant treatment system with an oil trap. This approach demonstrates a commitment to sustainability even in engineering projects.

The construction of the jetty started in October 2023 and was managed by the Bridges and Highways Administration. The total cost of the project was €3.5 million, an investment justified in terms of improving safety and speeding up emergency response.

For eastern Luxembourg, where the Moselle River plays a key role as a transport and recreational artery, the new jetty becomes an important focal point. It strengthens the capacity of local services to respond quickly to both natural and man-made risks, ensuring interdepartmental coordination with German structures in the cross-border region.