Ozeanbrücke, Wooden footbridge in Harpstedt, Germany

The Ozeanbrücke is a wooden footbridge spanning about 175 meters across the marshy Delme River valley, linking the Klein Amerika district with the Harpstedter Forest. The structure is 1.5 meters wide throughout and includes two passing bays so that pedestrians and cyclists can safely cross beside each other.

The first crossing here was a simple footbridge built in 1925 by Heinrich Plate, innkeeper of the former Gasthaus "Amerika". In 1967, with help from the Syke THW branch, it was replaced by a proper bridge with a long walkway, extensively repaired in 1982. After years of decay it was closed for safety; dismantling began in May 2006 and the present bridge was inaugurated on 8 August 2006.

The bridge is named after the former inn "Amerika", whose landlord Heinrich Plate built the first footbridge here in 1925. The name plays on the path to and from America, so crossing the Delme valley became a small journey to the New World.

The path is open year-round but can become slippery after heavy rain, so sturdy shoes with good grip are recommended. At the western end there is a covered shelter with benches and a table, perfect for a short rest while traveling through the area.

An interesting feature is how the bridge serves as a popular rest point along the Bremen-Osnabrück bicycle route, making it a key stop for cyclists on longer journeys. This practical role often goes unnoticed by casual visitors but is essential for touring cyclists passing through the region.