Water Wheel at Scheidegger Waterfalls

A large metal water wheel turns beneath flowing water in the wooded water-play area at the Scheidegger Waterfalls.

This photograph shows a large water wheel within the visitor grounds of the Scheidegger Waterfalls near Scheidegg in Bavaria, Germany. Water flows across the upper rim and turns the metal wheel, demonstrating in a simple and engaging way how the movement of water can produce mechanical power. Surrounded by dense green foliage, the installation forms part of the site’s family-friendly water-play and nature experience.