Charlotten Bridge

Charlotten Bridge spans the Havel River using a tied-arch design that connects both banks via Stresowstraße and Charlottenstraße. The structure displays clean lines and allows people and vehicles to cross between the two sides of Spandau.

The structure was completed in 1928 and represents early 20th-century engineering. In May 1945, it served as one of the final escape routes for German soldiers during the chaotic final days of the war.

The bridge connects two distinct neighborhoods of Spandau, shaping the area's character through its recognizable form. Daily, pedestrians and cyclists cross it to move between the different districts.

The bridge is easy to reach on foot and served by several bus lines providing access to the waterfront area. Visitors should note that it can be busy during rush hour, so quieter times in the morning or late afternoon are better for crossing.

The arch of the bridge uses a special construction method where the shape itself carries the load rather than supporting it. This detail shows how engineers in the 1920s combined efficiency and elegance in bridge design.