Friedrich-Ebert-Brücke, Suspension bridge in Ruhrort district, Duisburg, Germany
The Friedrich-Ebert Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge that crosses the Rhine River and connects the districts of Ruhrort and Homberg in northern Duisburg. It carries the L140 state road and is used daily by cars and pedestrians traveling between these two areas.
The bridge was built in 1954 after German forces destroyed the previous crossing in March 1945. The new construction allowed the region to restore a vital transportation link that the Rhine had interrupted between the two districts.
The bridge bears the name of Friedrich Ebert, the first democratically elected President of Germany. This naming choice reflects post-war values and serves as a reminder of the return to democratic ideals after turbulent times.
The bridge offers lanes for traffic in both directions and has footpaths on both sides, making it accessible for different types of travel. The location can be explored on foot and provides views of the river and adjacent industrial areas from various vantage points.
Two towers from the original 1907 bridge are integrated into the current structure, keeping the location's history visible to observant visitors. These preserved elements serve as silent witnesses to continuity and renewal at this site across more than a century.
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