Albertshofen Wastewater Treatment Plant, Bavaria, Germany

The Albertshofen wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Albertshofen, in the district of Kitzingen, Bavaria, Germany. It serves a population of approximately 5,692, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD). The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the minimum standard required for such communities under the directive. As a secondary treatment facility, Albertshofen uses biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. The plant has a designed capacity of 4,300 cubic meters per day and reports a discharge volume of 621.05 cubic meters per day, indicating it operates well below its capacity. This suggests the plant has room for future growth or seasonal variations. The treated wastewater is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Main River, a major tributary of the Rhine. The Rhine basin is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical waterway for Europe. The plant's operations help protect downstream water quality in this important river system.

The plant discharges into the local watershed that feeds the Main River, which flows into the Rhine. The Rhine basin is a vital ecological corridor, supporting numerous fish species and migratory birds. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient loads, protecting the river from eutrophication and maintaining water quality for downstream communities and ecosystems.