Wuppertalbrücke, pont allemand
The Wuppertalbrücke is a road bridge made of prestressed concrete that crosses a valley in Langerfeld-Beyenburg. It spans about 418 meters in length and rises 38 meters above the valley floor, carrying traffic across multiple lanes.
The original section opened in 1959 and became an important transport link for the region at that time. Around 2000, engineers decided to build a new, wider bridge alongside the old one to handle growing traffic and improve safety.
The bridge carries a straightforward name that describes its function and location. For residents and commuters, it has become a familiar daily landmark that blends into the local routine and landscape.
From the bridge, you have a wide view over the valley, fields, and surrounding buildings. The best places to stop and photograph are on the side roads or at the bridge edge, where pedestrians can pause briefly.
Beneath the newer sections, traces of the 1959 original bridge remain visible to those who look closely. These layers reveal how the infrastructure evolved and how engineers built new structures alongside existing ones rather than demolishing everything at once.
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