Severinsbrücke, Cable-stayed bridge in Altstadt-Süd, Germany
The Severinsbrücke spans 691 meters across the Rhine River, featuring a single asymmetric triangular pylon reaching 77 meters into the sky.
Inaugurated on November 7, 1959 by Chancellor Konrad Adenauer, the bridge emerged from post-war reconstruction efforts to handle increasing traffic demands in Cologne.
The bridge connects the Severinsviertel district with Deutz while maintaining unobstructed views of Cologne Cathedral through its strategic pylon placement.
The structure accommodates four vehicle lanes, a dedicated light rail track in the center, plus pedestrian and bicycle paths on both sides.
The bridge received the Cologne Architecture Prize in 1967 for its innovative design by architect Gerd Lohmer and engineer Fritz Leonhardt.
Location: Altstadt-Süd
Location: Deutz
Inception: November 7, 1959
Architects: Gerd Lohmer
Length: 691 m
GPS coordinates: 50.93081,6.96789
Latest update: May 16, 2025 09:35
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