Beetzsee Regatta Course

In 2010, the beautiful nature regatta course in Brandenburg an der Havel, celebrated its 40th anniversary. After the European Canoe Championships in 2009, 5 million Euros were invested once again in the development of the unique nature regatta course. Here is an overview of the Regatta Course's features and the national and international competitions.

History

• 15.09.1967: Start of construction with the goal to build a race track that meets the requirements of international championships.
• From 1970: DKSV carries out the Great Brandenburg International Canoe Regatta on an annual basis
• 09.-13.08.1972: European Women Rowing Championships with 21 teams
• 08.-11.08.1985: 1st Junior World Rowing Championships with 30 teams
• After 1990: Decision at local and national level, to restore the traditional nature Regatta Course and to step by step develop it into a venue for international championships
• 1994 / 1995: Modification and renovation of referee tower
• 1999 / 2000: Modification first gallery
• 2001 / 2002: Modification second gallery and roof
• 2003 / 2011: Extensive renovation of the complete site e.g. referee tower, functional building, showers and restrooms were adapted to the needs of the disabled

Features of the Regatta Course Brandenburg

• Internationally recognized racing technology, including: Olympic standard time measuring device by Swiss-Time
• Latest technology inside the "old" new finish tower, with 170 sqm of floor space
• Jetties and buildings adapted to the needs of the disabled
• Fiber-optic wiring throughout the grounds of the race track
• High-Speed Internet
• 64 sqm video wall
• TV in the catering area and on the paddock with "Regatta Live TV"
• Large catering area on the paddock
• 14,000 sqm for the preparation of the athletes and boat set up
• Automatic starting system
• Partially roofed galleries