Hardegg Thayabrücke

The Hardegg Thayabrücke is a steel road bridge that crosses the Thaya River, connecting the Austrian town of Hardegg with the Czech village of Čížov. It carries motor traffic and allows pedestrians to move between the two countries at this border crossing point.

The bridge was constructed in the 1800s as a major crossing between the regions. It was cut off after World War II and remained closed for decades before traffic resumed.

The bridge marks a meeting point between two communities, where the river itself forms the boundary line between nations. Visitors often pause to observe how the landscape changes from one side to the other as they cross.

You can walk or drive across the bridge during daytime hours, with sidewalks available on both sides. It helps to explore both banks to get different perspectives on the river and the border landscape.

The old customs houses near the bridge have been transformed into exhibition spaces that display information about the Thaya Valley's natural and historical features. Taking time to visit them reveals how daily life at this border post once functioned.

Location: Hardegg

Location: Čížov

Part of: Austria–Czech Republic border

GPS coordinates: 48.85308,15.86276

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:21