Alte Eisenbahnbrücke Baldeneysee

The steel footbridge spans across the Baldeneysee reservoir, connecting the districts of Heisingen and Kupferdreh with a 40-meter arch construction.

Built in 1872 for rail transport, the bridge underwent reconstruction in 1925, was destroyed in 1945, rebuilt in 1949, and transformed into a pedestrian crossing in 1984.

The bridge represents the industrial evolution of the Ruhr region, transforming from a vital rail connection to a recreational path for the local community.

The bridge provides pedestrians and cyclists with direct access between Heisingen and Kupferdreh districts, featuring connecting paths to the Baldeneysee recreational areas.

During World War II, German soldiers destroyed the bridge before American troops arrived, leading to its single-track reconstruction in the post-war period.

Location: Essen

Inception: December 6, 1984

GPS coordinates: 51.39214,7.07475

Latest update: March 6, 2025 03:17