Geierlay, Pedestrian suspension bridge in Hunsrück, Germany
Geierlay is a pedestrian suspension bridge in Mörsdorf, Hunsrück, crossing a forested valley at a height of 100 meters and linking the villages of Mörsdorf and Sosberg. The construction uses steel cables and wooden planks, with open views down to the stream and woodland throughout its 360-meter span.
The structure was designed in 2015 by a Swiss engineer, applying construction methods adapted from suspension bridges built in mountainous Nepal. Its completion reduced the walking distance between the two villages by several kilometers.
Locals refer to the crossing as part of their daily hiking routes, and the structure has become a gathering point for walkers exploring the Hunsrück countryside. The name recalls the birds of prey that once circled overhead, though today visitors are more likely to meet fellow hikers pausing to take in the forest below.
Access is through the information center in Mörsdorf, where parking, restrooms, and a restaurant are available for visitors. Crossing takes around 15 to 20 minutes depending on your pace, and requires a head for heights.
The entire steel framework weighs 57 tons and can support up to 600 people at once, equivalent to a load of 50 tons. Despite this capacity, the bridge sways gently in the wind, creating a moving experience for those crossing.
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