Bridge over the Salzach

The Bridge over the Salzach spans 206.50 meters across the river, connecting the German town of Burghausen with the Austrian village of Wanghausen.

The construction of this border crossing point in 1961 established a permanent connection between Austria and Germany, replacing previous temporary river crossing methods.

The Salzach Bridge Run takes place annually in October, gathering over 1000 participants who cross between Austria and Germany multiple times during the race.

Travelers using the bridge must comply with international border regulations, as the structure functions as an official checkpoint between the two countries.

The bridge provides direct access to Burghausen Castle, which extends for 1051 meters along a ridge, making it the longest castle structure in the world.

Location: Burghausen

Inception: 1961

Part of: Austria–Germany border

GPS coordinates: 48.15196,12.82366

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:46