Göltzsch Viaduct, Railway viaduct in Reichenbach im Vogtland, Germany.
This massive brick structure spans 578 meters across the Göltzsch River valley, rising 78 meters high with 98 arches arranged across four distinct levels.
Construction began in 1846 under architect Johann Andreas Schubert's design and was completed in 1851, requiring approximately 26 million bricks from over 20 regional brickyards.
The viaduct represents German industrial engineering excellence and received recognition as a Historic Landmark of Civil Engineering in Germany in 2009.
Currently serving the Leipzig-Hof railway line, the bridge accommodates modern trains traveling at speeds up to 160 kilometers per hour on reinforced tracks.
Recognized as the world's largest brick bridge, this structure demonstrates the durability of traditional masonry construction techniques in railway infrastructure development.
Location: Reichenbach im Vogtland
Inception: July 15, 1851
Architects: Johann Andreas Schubert
Height: 78 m
Length: 578 m
Made from material: brick
Address: Netzschkau
GPS coordinates: 50.62250,12.24583
Latest update: July 25, 2025 19:31
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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