Calenberger Brücke, Road bridge and architectural monument in Schulenburg, Germany.
Calenberger Bridge is a stone crossing over the Leine River with three elliptical arches built from sandstone blocks between two river pillars. The structure spans approximately 42 meters and displays the heavy masonry construction typical of 18th-century engineering.
Built in 1751 during the Electorate of Hanover under King George II, it replaced earlier structures that had collapsed at the same location. This reconstruction was part of the region's infrastructure improvements at that time.
A coat of arms of King George II is carved into the center of the structure, serving as a reminder of the region's princely past. This emblem shapes the monument's appearance and speaks to its role as an important crossing.
The narrow width permits only one-direction traffic, regulated by traffic lights, with strict speed and weight limits for vehicles. Pedestrians and cyclists should be prepared for traffic conditions and watch the signals carefully.
According to local legend, a child was supposedly walled into the central pillar during construction to appease malevolent spirits and protect the structure. This dark tale from medieval superstition remains attached to the monument today.
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