Kocher Viaduct

The Kocher Viaduct spans 1128 meters across the valley, featuring prestressed concrete construction with nine separate sections supported by massive concrete pillars.

The construction of this viaduct in 1979 established a vital transportation link on the Bundesautobahn 81, connecting multiple regions in southern Germany.

The engineering methods used in the bridge construction influenced subsequent infrastructure projects throughout Germany, setting standards for prestressed concrete applications.

Located along the A81 motorway, the viaduct carries vehicles at a height of 185 meters above the ground, making it Germany's tallest valley bridge.

The bridge's 138-meter main span demonstrates advanced structural engineering techniques, utilizing a single-cell rectangular box design with 8.6-meter width.

Location: Baden-Württemberg

Inception: 1979

Length: 1,128 m

Longest Span: 138 m

Made from material: prestressed concrete

GPS coordinates: 49.17730,9.78499

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45