Schwanheimer Brücke, Steel road bridge in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
Schwanheimer Brücke is a steel bridge that carries traffic across the Main River, linking the districts of Nied and Schwanheim in Frankfurt. The structure features four driving lanes and separate pathways for pedestrians and cyclists on either side.
The original bridge was completed in 1869 after local residents formed a company to fund its construction. German forces destroyed it in March 1945 during World War II, and it was rebuilt later that same year.
The bridge serves as a connection point between communities, integrating the transportation network of Frankfurt's southern districts through Federal Highway 40.
The bridge accommodates different types of travelers since pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicle drivers can all use it safely. Bus line 51 regularly crosses it, providing a transit connection between the southern districts and other parts of the city.
After its destruction in 1945, the crossing was temporarily maintained using pontoon boats while the new steel structure was being built. This reconstruction effort became part of Frankfurt's broader attempt to restore its infrastructure after wartime damage.
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