Schwimmbrücke Holtey, Pontoon footbridge in Horst district, Essen, Germany
The Schwimmbrücke Holtey spans 84 meters across the Ruhr River, connecting the districts of Horst and Burgaltendorf with a three-meter wide passage.
Built in 1982 to replace the original 1901 structure, this bridge stands where pedestrians once paid 5 pfennigs to cross between the local communities.
The bridge forms part of the regional network of pedestrian and cycling paths that connect different neighborhoods along the Ruhr River banks.
Located at river kilometer 46.2, the bridge provides direct access for pedestrians and cyclists between residential areas and recreational facilities on both sides.
The bridge structure combines fixed supports on the Horst side with floating pontoons extending toward the Burgaltendorf bank.
Location: Essen
Inception: September 21, 1982
GPS coordinates: 51.42930,7.09764
Latest update: March 8, 2025 21:46
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