Talbrücke Wilde Gera, Arch road bridge in Gräfenroda, Germany.
The Talbrücke Wilde Gera is a concrete arch bridge that spans a deep valley and connects Gräfenroda with surrounding regions of Thuringia. The structure crosses the terrain using a large central arch span supported by substantial concrete pillars that extend into the valley below.
The bridge was constructed and opened in the early 2000s to create an important transportation link through hilly Thuringia. It was part of a larger project to improve infrastructure in the region.
The bridge represents modern German engineering principles through its concrete arch design, connecting communities while maintaining the natural landscape of Thuringia.
The bridge carries daily car traffic and is accessible via the A71 autobahn, allowing drivers to experience its long valley crossing. Visitors can best view the structure from rest areas or paths below the bridge.
The structure uses special engineering techniques to bridge the extreme depth of the gorge and ranks among the tallest concrete arch bridges in Germany. The construction shows how engineers solved the demands of rough terrain with modern building knowledge.
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