Hackerbrücke, Steel bridge in Ludwigsvorstadt district, Munich, Germany
Hackerbrücke is a steel crossing over railway tracks in the Ludwigsvorstadt district with six iron arches rising about eight meters on stone pillars. The structure connects two streets and has footpaths on both sides, making it a key passage near Munich Central Station.
The present bridge was built between 1890 and 1894, replacing an earlier structure from the 1870s at the same location. Its construction reflected the technical advances in iron bridge design during that era and was part of the infrastructure development around the new Central Station.
The bridge takes its name from the Hacker-Pschorr brewery, which operated its headquarters nearby for many years and shaped the neighborhood. Visitors can still sense this connection to Munich's brewing tradition when walking through the area.
The bridge is easily accessible on foot or by bike and directly connects two main city streets. During rush hour it becomes crowded, so visiting at quieter times of day is more pleasant.
The bridge is a popular spot for watching trains, offering good views of the platforms and activity at Central Station below. Especially in the evening, many people gather here to observe the station's movement and lights.
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