Northern Railway Bridge

The Northern Railway Bridge is a railway crossing that spans the Danube River and connects the districts of Brigittenau and Floridsdorf in Vienna. The structure consists of multiple spans that support daily train traffic across the river.

The bridge opened in 1870 as an important railway connection for Vienna. After severe damage during the Second World War, it underwent reconstruction and reopened to traffic in later years.

The Northern Railway Bridge represents the engineering achievements of Austrian railway infrastructure, carrying both the Northern Railway and Northwestern Railway lines.

The bridge is best viewed from the riverbank or adjacent areas where pedestrians can get a clear view of the structure. Visit during daytime to observe the trains crossing and get a sense of the daily activity.

The structure extends approximately 1,931.2 kilometers from the river mouth and operates under the management of the Austrian Federal Railways.

Location: Vienna

Official opening: 1870

Part of: North railway line

GPS coordinates: 48.24420,16.38940

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:23