Drehbrücke Malchow, Steel swing bridge in Malchow, Germany.
The Drehbrücke Malchow is a steel structure that connects an island to the mainland and rotates around its central axis. The bridge crosses the Müritz-Elde waterway, a key navigation route, and was designed to allow ships to pass without interrupting road traffic.
The bridge was built in 1912 as a steel replacement for an older wooden structure. After destruction in 1945, it was reconstructed between 1948 and 1949 and equipped with electric motor operation.
The bridge is a recognized landmark for the community and draws visitors curious to watch the structure rotate. The turning of the steel construction demonstrates how the town balances traffic on both water and land.
The bridge rotates regularly to allow ships to pass, so visitors should expect brief delays. It is best to visit during early morning or late afternoon hours when boat traffic is most active and rotation occurs.
The bridge serves as one of the main bottlenecks for ships traveling between Lake Plauer and Lake Müritz and witnesses hundreds of boats daily. The constant passage of fishing boats, cargo vessels, and pleasure craft makes this location a busy hub for regional water traffic.
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