Schlossbrücke, Stone bridge in Berlin-Mitte, Germany
The Schlossbrücke is a stone arch bridge in central Berlin that connects Museum Island with the Unter den Linden boulevard. It carries eight marble sculptures on granite supports and spans approximately 56 meters across the Spree River.
Karl Friedrich Schinkel designed the bridge in 1821, and construction finished in 1824. The sculptures were created between 1847 and 1857 as part of Berlin's development in the 1800s.
The eight marble statues on the bridge depict scenes from Greek mythology centered on courage and martial virtues. Visitors can observe these sculptural works closely, which reflect the artistic values of the 19th century.
Access is free and the bridge is open to pedestrians and cyclists at all times. A visit fits easily into a walk along Museum Island or the Unter den Linden boulevard.
During World War II, the marble sculptures were removed for protection and stored in Spandau. They returned to East Berlin only in 1981 after extensive restoration work.
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