German Bridge, Steel arch railway viaduct in Gölbaşı, Turkey.
The German Bridge is a steel railway viaduct with an arch design that spans 280 meters and rises to 35 meters high. It features a robust steel framework and connects different areas of the region.
The structure was built in 1929 from a partnership between Turkish and German engineers and improved regional transport systems. This collaboration brought modern construction techniques to the area.
The bridge connects two parts of the region and serves locals as a transport link that ties the city to its industrial past. It stands as a visible mark of how Gölbaşı transformed into a modern place.
The viaduct is accessible year-round but undergoes regular maintenance that may occasionally affect access. It is best to check current conditions before visiting and to use the pathway during early hours.
The structure demonstrates steel techniques developed in the 1920s that were considered advanced for Turkey at the time. Many visitors overlook that this viaduct was part of a wider wave of technology that changed the entire country.
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