Glacisbrücke Minden, Suspension footbridge in Minden, Germany

The Glacisbrücke is a pedestrian crossing over the Weser with two tall steel masts supporting a sleek suspension bridge structure. The structure connects the city center with the parking area at Kanzlers Weide on a walkway that serves both pedestrians and cyclists.

After lengthy debate, the bridge was built in 1995 to link Minden's centre with the Kanzlers Weide car park. Stuttgart engineer Jörg Schlaich won the competition with a 177-metre suspension bridge whose 22-metre steel masts keep the view of the Porta Westfalica nearly unobstructed. In April 2016 cyclists were barred because the railings were too low; a cable added in November 2016 raised them to 1.30 m. The bridge is closed for six months in 2026 for work on its deck and bearings.

Locals call it the "Schwingbrücke" (swaying bridge): after its opening, visitors crossing to the fair on Kanzlers Weide complained of seasickness from the vertical vibrations, until dampers were fitted. In 1998 the bridge was added to Minden's new city logo for the 1200th anniversary.

The bridge is accessible at any time and provides a safe crossing over the Weser with railings on both sides for added security. The level walkway makes it easy to traverse for all users regardless of weather or time of day.

The bridge is nicknamed "Schwingbrücke" (swaying bridge): after its opening, visitors crossing during the fair on Kanzlers Weide complained of seasickness from the vertical vibrations. Dampers were installed later, and in 1998 the bridge was added to Minden's new city logo for the 1200th anniversary.