Weidendammer Bridge, Steel arch road bridge in Berlin-Mitte, Germany
The Weidendammer Bridge spans 73 meters across the Spree River, featuring wrought iron railings and decorative imperial eagles on both sides.
Built between 1895 and 1896 by Otto Stahn, this structure replaced an 1824 cast iron bridge, which had succeeded the original 1685 wooden drawbridge.
The bridge railings display intricate metalwork patterns and tall lamp posts designed by M. Fabian, reflecting late 19th-century German architectural craftsmanship.
The 22.5-meter-wide structure carries motor vehicles, trams, bicycles, and pedestrians across the Spree River along Friedrichstrasse in central Berlin.
During the 1945 Battle of Berlin, this bridge remained one of few intact river crossings, witnessing a Tiger tank attempt to secure an escape route.
Location: Bezirk Mitte von Berlin
Inception: 1899
Official opening: 1896
Length: 73 m
Longest Span: 38.5 m
Width: 22.5 m
GPS coordinates: 52.52220,13.38810
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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