Interactive Steamboat Model
The Landing Stage
The landing stage of the Delta Queen
A special characteristic of the paddlewheelers are the swinging landing stages. One or two of these stages are fixed with ropes at the bow of the boat. The passengers are entering and leaving the boat by walking over these stages.
The flat hull of a paddlewheeler enables the pilot to stop at nearly every place at the banks and moor the boat with ropes e.g. at some trees. Then, after lowering the stage, the passengers can leave the boat. For this reason, especially sternwheelers do not need any special landing places.
Steamboats.org recommends ...For river cruises, train journeys and other leisure travel, domestic or international, contact our favorite travel agent, Phyllis Dale. She has the experience you need when planning a vacation. www.phyllisdale.com phyllisdaletravel@att.net Note: Phyllis does not book day excursions. |
