Weser bridge

The Weser Bridge is a road bridge that spans the Weser River in Porta Westfalica, connecting federal highways B482 and B61. The structure comprises seven main sections and crosses the water with a total length of approximately 380 meters.

A bridge has crossed at this location since 1865, when it served to transport coal to local ironworks. The current structure was completed in 1995, replacing earlier versions at this strategic river crossing.

The bridge provides the main access route to the Kaiser Wilhelm Monument, a landmark that has defined the region's character for over a century. Most visitors heading to this site cross here as part of their journey through the area.

The bridge serves as a regular road crossing for vehicles and pedestrians moving between the federal highways in the area. When visiting the region, it helps to know that this is an active main traffic route.

The bridge uses two large hollow steel boxes that work without visible supports in the water, an unusual engineering solution for its time. This design allows the river to flow freely without obstruction from bridge piers.

Location: Porta Westfalica

Inception: December 9, 1995

GPS coordinates: 52.24260,8.91681

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:25