Thats right! At some places here in Germany they have already been removed to avoid collapse of the lattice or whatever they were fixed to.

There is some leeway here, Lutz.. I hope that the couples have saved the padlock keys, just in case they change their affections. It's easier to remove a padlock than a tattoo. :)

LOL, the problem with keys is, that they accumulate in a lifetime and finally you don't know, which key is for what. I have a lot of leftover keys but don't dare to throw them away.

And ... no, no we have no padlocks hanging around somewhere ;-)

LOL:-)
You have been on holiday? I'm looking forward to your photos of Malta:-)

very nice view

Great capture.

I have been so busy gardening while the weather holds up, so uploading and acknowledging comments is on the back-burner, Gudrun. Malta will eventually arrive to Ipernity.

Thank you Kenny, Schussentäler and Don. I'll get to you when it is raining. :)

Great pic!

They look a bit like 'cockles' clung onto these rails. Not a great fan as you may have guessed. Good record though.

Herb