Lindaunis Bridge

The Lindaunis Bridge is a steel structure carrying both road and rail traffic across the Schlei inlet, extending 120 meters with a movable central section. The bascule span opens to allow sailing vessels and maritime traffic to pass through when needed.

An earlier bridge from 1881 first connected the regions across this waterway, but was replaced by the current structure in 1927. The new design solved the problem of accommodating railway and road traffic alongside maritime passage through the inlet.

The bridge links two distinct regions, enabling people and commerce to cross between Schwansen and Angeln on a daily basis. For locals, it represents the backbone of regional connectivity and shared identity across the water.

The bridge opens on a regular schedule to allow boats through, so check the timing before you travel to plan your crossing accordingly. Pedestrians and cyclists have dedicated paths on both sides, making passage safe and straightforward even when road and rail traffic is flowing.

Train passengers must step off and walk across the bridge when it opens for boat traffic rather than staying aboard. This unusual arrangement reveals how maritime passage takes priority over continuous rail service in this location.

Location: Boren

Location: Rieseby

Inception: June 17, 1927

Length: 120 m

Longest Span: 22.5 m

Made from material: steel

Address: Schleibrücke

GPS coordinates: 54.58333,9.82000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41