Stephansbrücke

The Stephansbridge spans across the Ruetz Valley with a primary arch measuring 36 meters in length and a total structure length of 44 meters.

Constructed between 1842 and 1846, Archduke Stephen of Habsburg-Lorraine placed the foundation stone of what became Austria's largest standing masonry bridge.

The bridge location near two traditional inns reflects the regional architecture, with Gasthof Schupfen serving as Andreas Hofer's headquarters in 1809.

The structure underwent extensive repairs from 1993 to 1996 to address damage caused by increased traffic volume and winter road salt application.

At its inauguration, the bridge's 43.63-meter span made it the boldest arch in the Austrian Empire and the third widest worldwide.

Location: Schönberg im Stubaital

Location: Mutters

Inception: 1846

Length: 44 m

Longest Span: 36 m

Address: Unterberg

GPS coordinates: 47.21090,11.38920

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:46