Köhlbrand Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Hamburg, Germany
Description
The Köhlbrand Bridge is a cable-stayed crossing over the Elbe in Hamburg's port, linking Steinwerder and Wilhelmsburg across a span of nearly three and a half kilometers. The roadway is supported by steel cables radiating from two tall pylons and extending over several piers.
History
Construction began in the early seventies to create a direct link for the growing port and industrial traffic. The opening took place in the mid-seventies and offered an alternative to the existing tunnel and ferry connections.
Culture
The construction connects two major port districts and forms part of a key route for heavy traffic between northern and southern Germany. The name refers to an old tributary of the Southern Elbe that once ran through this area.
Practical
The passage is toll-free and runs high above the river, allowing large ships to pass underneath without obstruction. Travelers on foot or by bicycle will find a separate footpath along the full length.
Did you know?
The structure features special expansion joints on the eastern ramp that absorb material movement and prevent cracks in the concrete. These joints can expand or contract by up to three-quarters of a meter over time.
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