Gertraudenbrücke

The Gertraudenbrücke is a road bridge crossing the Spree River in Berlin-Mitte that connects two parallel structures: a stone base and a concrete roadway. The construction includes separate paths for vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians and traverses a major traffic corridor in the city center.

The original bridge was built in the 13th century as a wooden drawbridge under the name Teltower Bridge. It was replaced in 1978 by the current structure that meets modern city traffic requirements.

The bridge takes its name from Saint Gertrude, a 7th-century abbess, and displays a bronze statue that visitors encounter while crossing. This figure represents a local tradition of honoring this historical figure.

The bridge is easy to access and has clear markings for all types of road users. Visitors should note that this is an active traffic area, and the best views are from the pedestrian sections.

The bridge displays elaborate decorations with pointed arch panels and wrought iron ornaments in the middle section, reflecting traditional craftsmanship techniques. These details are easy to overlook, but they show how functionality and artistic design work together in the Berlin street network.