Motorway bridge Dreilinden

The motorway bridge at Dreilinden spans the Teltow Canal with a concrete structure supported by multiple pillars along its course. The design shows typical mid-20th century infrastructure features with its sturdy pillars and broad roadway.

The bridge was built in 1940 and served as a critical control point between East and West Germany during the Cold War. It was closed in 1969, marking the end of an era of active border monitoring at this location.

The bridge stands as a reminder of German division and the border crossings where travelers waited hours during inspections. Visitors today can understand how daily life looked at the frontier during that period.

Several hiking and cycling paths lead to the bridge and allow visitors to explore the former border infrastructure in the area. The best time to visit is on dry days when the paths around the structure are most accessible.

The abandoned structure still preserves its original border control features, including sections where guard posts monitored traffic between the divided territories. These details offer a rare glimpse into how border crossings were actually organized during the division.

Location: Kleinmachnow

Inception: 1940

Part of: Inner German border

GPS coordinates: 52.39654,13.16834

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06