Stone bridge over the Rhine

The Stone Bridge over the Rhine links the German and Swiss municipalities of Rheinfelden through a reinforced concrete structure that crosses the river. The structure directly connects both town sides and accommodates both pedestrians and vehicle traffic across the border.

Architect Walter Joss designed this border crossing in 1912 as an example of advanced concrete technology of its era. The construction marked an important moment in infrastructure development between Germany and Switzerland and shaped the townscape for more than a century.

The bridge carries the name of a stone structure despite being built from concrete, reflecting its role as a long-standing local landmark. Both Rheinfelden communities view the crossing as part of their shared urban landscape, where people and vehicles daily traverse the border.

The bridge is accessible on foot and by car, though it offers no dedicated parking directly at the structure. Visitors should note that this is an active border crossing, so wait times may occur during peak hours.

The structure connects two towns bearing the identical name, one in Germany and one in Switzerland, a rare geographic oddity. This name match stems from shared history, as both settlements were once intertwined before political borders divided them.

Location: Rheinfelden

Location: Rheinfelden

Inception: 1912

Architects: Walter Joss

Made from material: reinforced concrete

Part of: Germany–Switzerland border, list of cultural properties in Rheinfelden

Address: Rheinbrückstrasse, 4310 Rheinfelden

GPS coordinates: 47.55510,7.78944

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:07