Niederrheinbrücke Wesel, Cable-stayed bridge in Wesel, Germany
The Niederrheinbrücke Wesel is a 773 meter cable-stayed crossing over the Rhine with a main span of 335 meters supported by a single 130 meter tall pylon. The structure carries four traffic lanes plus separate pathways for walkers and cyclists on both sides.
The original 1917 steel truss bridge was destroyed in 1945, followed by temporary wooden and Bailey bridge solutions. The current structure was completed in 2009 as the permanent replacement.
The bridge connects Wesel with Büderich across the river, serving as the primary link for daily movement between both communities. It has become woven into local routines as the main crossing point for the region.
The bridge is accessible on the B58 federal road for all vehicle types and well-designed for traffic between both riverbanks. Cyclists and pedestrians have separate dedicated paths to cross safely and comfortably.
The bridge uses a specialized steel cable design that had been employed only once before in Germany at the Rügen Bridge. This rare construction method makes it a notable example of modern bridge engineering in the region.
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