Pöppelmannbrücke, Stone arch bridge in Grimma, Germany
Pöppelmannbrücke is a stone arch bridge crossing the Mulde River with multiple arches built from local granite using 18th-century masonry techniques. The structure spans the waterway and links the two neighborhoods on either bank.
Completed in 1719 under designer Hans Heinrich Pöppelmann, the bridge represented a major step forward in engineering during the Saxon Baroque period. Its construction demonstrated new capabilities in stone arch design at that time.
The bridge carries the name of its designer and has shaped the town's appearance for centuries. It remains a central point in daily life, linking the two sides of Grimma.
The bridge is easily accessible on foot and provides good views of the river and surrounding areas. Its location near the town center makes it convenient to include in a walk through Grimma.
The structure underwent major restoration in 2012 that combined modern reinforcement with preservation of its original design. Engineers managed to keep the Baroque features intact while ensuring long-term durability.
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