Fleischbrücke

The Fleischbrücke is a stone arch bridge with a flat vault spanning the Pegnitz River in Nuremberg. It connects the two historic districts of St. Sebald and St. Lorenz and stretches about 27 meters (89 feet) in length with a width of about 15 meters (49 feet).

Construction took place between 1596 and 1598, replacing an older structure that suffered repeated flood damage along the river. The new stone design aimed to be more durable and better withstand the pressures of flowing water.

The bridge takes its name from the meat market that once operated nearby, shaping the economic life of the city. Stone decorations including a bull relief still recall this trading tradition and its link to the butcher's craft.

The bridge is easily reached on foot and well integrated into the old town, making crossing a natural route between districts. The pedestrian area remains accessible in poor weather since the broad structure provides good stability.

At its completion, this featured the largest masonry arch in the German-speaking lands and demonstrated innovative engineering techniques. The ratio of span to rise of about 6.4 to 1 pushed construction methods of the time to their limits.

Location: Nuremberg

Made from material: stone

Address: Hauptmarkt 2

GPS coordinates: 49.45290,11.07680

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:42