Gülser Eisenbahnbrücke in Koblenz, Railway bridge in Koblenz, Germany
The Gülser Railway Bridge is a river crossing over the Moselle in Koblenz with three steel arches connecting the districts of Güls and Moselweiß. The structure spans approximately 226 meters and carries both railway tracks and a pedestrian pathway.
Construction of the viaduct began in April 1877 and was completed in October 1878 to create a strategic railway link between Berlin and Metz. This connection enabled transport of goods and people across major distances along an important corridor.
The pedestrian walkway was added in 1926 when local residents funded the project themselves and collected tolls to cover costs until 1959. This community effort shows how people shaped their own infrastructure when they saw a need.
The bridge is accessible on foot and offers a safe walkway beside the active railway tracks for all visitors. It is best to use the pedestrian path during regular hours and be mindful of train movements.
Interestingly, the steel arches came from two different manufacturers: two were built by Gutehoffnungshütte Oberhausen, while the third was constructed by Hoffnungshütte Dortmund with support from Demag Duisburg. This unusual combination shows how different industrial works collaborated on this major project.
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