Gotzkowskybrücke, Steel bridge in Moabit, Germany
Description
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.
History
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.
Culture
The name comes from Johann Ernst Gotzkowsky, an 18th-century Berlin merchant whose legacy is remembered through this bridge bearing his name.
Practical
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.
Did you know?
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.
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