Diessen at Herrsching pier in 2003
Built in 1908 by J.A. Maffei of Munich
Dimensions : 39.8 x 10.15 m
Machinery : Compound Diagonal - Replaced by Diesel-hydraulic
equipment 1974/75
Her original steam engine (and one paddle wheel removed in 2005) remains with a museum
organisation
Diessen failed to obtain her passenger certificate after the 2005 season
It was deemed too expensive to rebuild her so the decision was taken to build a new vessel : a motor paddler in traditional style but with extended and improved accommodation to meet modern custom expectations
Above : Diessen in 1973. Photo by kind courtesy of Bill Worden
See more photos Photos courtesy of Andreas Heene
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