Beatus Rhenanus Bridge

The Beatus Rhenanus Bridge is a steel arch and tram bridge crossing the Rhine River between Kehl and Strasbourg, with two separate decks each supported by a tall central pier. The structure accommodates different types of traffic on parallel sections.

The bridge was built between 2014 and 2017 following joint approval from a German-French committee, marking a new era in cross-border transport after over a century of separate planning efforts. The construction replaced older connection methods between the two cities.

The bridge honors a regional humanist scholar, connecting the two countries through their shared intellectual past at the Franco-German border. Local residents see it as a symbol of cultural exchange between the two nations.

Tram line D from Strasbourg Transport operates regularly across the bridge, connecting the city centers on both sides. Pedestrians and cyclists can also use the spacious walking and cycling paths that run independently from the tram line.

The double arch design keeps tram, pedestrian, and cycling traffic completely separate, allowing all to be used at the same time without interfering with each other. This solution was innovative when it first opened as a response to modern cross-border transport needs.

Location: Kehl

Location: Strasbourg

Inception: 2017

Part of: France–Germany border

GPS coordinates: 48.57425,7.80159

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:57