Auetal Bridge

The Auetal Bridge is a railway bridge spanning the Aue valley near Einbeck, built from reinforced concrete with box-shaped girders. It uses a modern structural form that distributes train loads across the valley.

The bridge was completed in 1987 during a period of railway expansion across northern Germany. It was constructed to carry the railway line through the Aue valley and improve connections between communities.

The bridge has been part of the regional railway network, connecting towns on either side of the valley since its completion. It shapes the landscape and serves as a familiar landmark for people living in the surrounding area.

The bridge is best viewed from the valley floor where you can see its full height against the landscape. Access is easiest from nearby train stations or roads that pass under or along the valley.

The box-shaped girders contain two vertical webs and wide flanges that provide special resistance to twisting forces. This design allows the heavy train loads to be carried efficiently without the structure twisting under stress.