Schalding motorway bridge, Steel girder bridge in Passau, Germany.
Description
The Schalding motorway bridge is a steel structure crossing the Danube River near Passau and links Bavarian regions on both sides of the river. It spans about 1 kilometer using eight sections supported by steel beams and concrete supports positioned deep within the river.
History
Construction finished in 1973 as part of Germany's postwar expansion of its highway system during rapid economic growth. The connection became essential for linking Austria to the rest of Germany and Bavaria's eastern regions.
Culture
The bridge serves as a connection point between different regions of Bavaria, enabling cultural exchanges and community interactions across the Danube River.
Practical
The bridge carries traffic on Bundesautobahn 3 and is accessible via exits on both sides. Pedestrians and cyclists cannot walk across it, but nearby riverside areas offer views of the structure from ground level.
Did you know?
The bridge stands at kilometer 2,234 from the Danube's mouth, making it a reference point for river navigation and transportation coordination.
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