Grenzbrücke Weil am Rhein–Basel, Highway bridge between Weil am Rhein, Germany and Basel, Switzerland
The border bridge connects the German A5 motorway to the Swiss A2 motorway while passing over railway lines, harbor facilities, and border streets on a gentle eastward curve. It spans roughly 1,500 meters and carries thousands of vehicles daily across the Rhine in this cross-border region.
The structure was built between 1976 and 1979 following a bilateral agreement between Germany and Switzerland. This connection enabled the first direct motorway link between the two countries at this point along the Rhine.
The structure represents a major transportation link between two nations, facilitating the movement of people and goods across the Rhine river border region.
The bridge is passable daily and accommodates both heavy trucks and passenger vehicles without restrictions. Travelers should expect border checks and occasional congestion during peak traffic hours.
The structure crosses not only the river but also an entire harbor area and multiple railway lines in a single span. These multi-level crossings make it a technically noteworthy piece of infrastructure for the region.
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