Gotzkowskybrücke

The Gotzkowskybrücke is a steel structure spanning the Spree River and connecting the districts of Moabit and Charlottenburg. The bridge accommodates both vehicular traffic and pedestrians with its variable width design.

Construction began in 1902 and the bridge opened in 1911, showcasing early modern Berlin engineering. German soldiers destroyed it in April 1945 to prevent Soviet forces from crossing during the final battle.

The name comes from Johann Ernst Gotzkowsky, an 18th-century Berlin merchant whose legacy is remembered through this bridge bearing his name.

The bridge is open daily for pedestrians and vehicles, offering direct access across the Spree. Visitors can view the steel structure and surrounding cityscape from the bridge itself or from the riverbanks on either side.

The bridge was designed by Friedrich Krause and Alfred Grenander, architects who also shaped other significant Berlin landmarks. Their collaboration left a lasting mark on the city's early 1900s appearance.

Location: Berlin-Mitte

Location: Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf

Inception: 1911

Architects: Friedrich Krause, Alfred Grenander

Official opening: 1911

Length: 60 m

Longest Span: 56 m

Width: 23.4 m

GPS coordinates: 52.52250,13.32920

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:20