Loschwitz Bridge, Steel suspension bridge in Dresden, Germany
The Loschwitz Bridge stretches 280 meters across the Elbe River, connecting the residential districts of Blasewitz and Loschwitz with four traffic lanes and pedestrian paths.
Engineers Claus Koepcke and Hans Manfred Krüger completed the construction of this steel bridge in 1893, with a total cost of 2.25 million goldmarks.
Local residents refer to the structure as the Blue Wonder, reflecting both its color and its technological advancement for the late nineteenth century.
The bridge accommodates vehicles under 15 tons, while pedestrians can access it through streetcar lines 6 and 12 or bus lines 61, 63, and 65.
During World War II, two individuals prevented the bridge's destruction by cutting the detonator wires placed by an SS unit.
Location: Dresden
Inception: 1891
Official opening: July 15, 1893
Height: 24 m
Length: 280 m
Made from material: steel
GPS coordinates: 51.05361,13.81083
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
The historical buildings of Dresden show the architectural evolution of the city. The collection includes churches, palaces, museums and bridges from different periods that present the cultural heritage of the Saxon capital.
Saxony offers remote locations away from tourist paths. The region features medieval villages, natural areas and cultural sites. Kriebstein and Moritzburg castles display German architecture from different periods. The Elbe Sandstone Mountains contain granite formations and hiking trails. Königstein Fortress stands above the Elbe River. Technical monuments like the Göltzschtal Bridge and historical museums complete the offer.
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