Römerbrücke

The Roman bridge stretched 420 meters across the Rhine River with 19 stone pillars supporting a wooden superstructure that measured 10 meters in width.

Built in 310 CE under Emperor Constantine I, the bridge connected the Roman city of Cologne with the military fort Divitia on the eastern bank.

The archaeological remains of the bridge foundations are preserved in the Romano-Germanic Museum, revealing ancient Roman construction techniques and engineering methods.

The bridge location determined the development of transportation routes in Cologne, influencing the placement of subsequent bridges across the Rhine River.

Oak piles driven deep into the riverbed supported the stone pillars, demonstrating Roman engineering solutions for crossing major waterways in northern Europe.

Location: Cologne

Location: Deutz

GPS coordinates: 50.93780,6.96561

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:27