Southern Jerusalem Bridge

The Southern Jerusalem Bridge is an arch bridge that spans the Elbe River and connects important districts of Magdeburg. The steel and concrete construction displays the functional design typical of its post-war building period.

The bridge was built in 1952 and received several names over the decades that reflected the political changes of the time. It was renamed to its current designation in 1998, marking a shift toward a modern city identity.

The name references the Jerusalem Street that the bridge connects across the river. Today it serves as a daily crossing point for people moving between neighborhoods.

The bridge is open daily and carries both federal traffic and pedestrians. Public transportation stops nearby make it easy to reach and cross the bridge.

The bridge was renamed in 1998 after a street that took on significance only later in the city's development. This reflects how planners chose to mark Magdeburg's transition with fresh names from this modern chapter.

Location: Magdeburg

Inception: 1952

GPS coordinates: 52.13678,11.65418

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:41