Herdbrücke, Road bridge and architectural heritage monument between Neu-Ulm and Ulm, Germany
The Herdbrücke is a road crossing over the Danube River between Neu-Ulm and Ulm featuring a single arch span of 55 meters. The structure measures 16 meters wide and is built from reinforced concrete with hollow box girders.
The bridge was constructed between 1947 and 1949 based on designs by architect Willy Stöhr, replacing a structure destroyed during World War II. This reconstruction was part of the post-war rebuilding effort in the region.
The bridge serves as a physical connection between two distinct administrative regions: Bavaria on the Neu-Ulm side and Baden-Württemberg on the Ulm side.
The bridge carries both vehicle and pedestrian traffic directly connecting the two banks. Its design makes crossing convenient for cars and walkers moving in either direction across the Danube.
The structure underwent major renovation in 2016 to extend its lifespan by approximately 25 years. This extensive overhaul demonstrates the importance placed on maintaining this critical river crossing.
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