Zimmermannstraßenbrücke

Zimmermannstraßenbrücke is a road bridge in Köpenick that carries traffic and pedestrians across a waterway or valley separating two residential areas. The structure combines steel and concrete in a straightforward design typical of Berlin's mid-20th century infrastructure.

Constructed in 1936, this bridge was built during Berlin's pre-war expansion when the city invested in infrastructure to connect growing residential areas. It has remained in continuous use as part of the local transportation network since then.

The bridge structure reflects the engineering standards of 1930s Berlin, displaying characteristics of industrial architecture from that period.

The crossing is straightforward for both drivers and pedestrians moving between neighborhoods, and it remains passable year-round. Because it carries regular traffic, those on foot may want to use it during quieter times.

The bridge retains its original components from the 1930s, revealing the engineering precision invested in seemingly ordinary crossings of that era. Few daily users realize this modest structure once represented cutting-edge solutions for urban growth planning.

Inception: 1936

Length: 40 m

GPS coordinates: 52.48537,13.56461

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:00