Kaiserin-Elisabeth-Brücke in Passau

The Kaiserin-Elisabeth-Brücke is a railway crossing over the Inn River in Passau with a central iron truss structure. The bridge spans approximately 200 meters and retains one distinctive original tower, while other corner structures were removed during later modifications.

The bridge was built in 1861 to connect the Wels-Passau railway line across the Inn. It suffered major damage in 1945 and was subsequently rebuilt, with its current appearance shaped by this reconstruction process.

The bridge carries the name of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, honoring her historical visits to the city. This naming reflects the historical connection between Bavaria and the Austrian empire during the 1800s.

The bridge carries active train traffic daily and is not open to public foot traffic due to safety regulations. Visitors can best view and photograph it from nearby riverside paths or designated viewpoint areas along the embankments.

Three of the four original corner towers, inspired by Rhine bridge designs, were removed during post-1945 reconstruction. This asymmetrical modification gives the structure a distinctive appearance that reflects the difficult rebuilding period.

Location: Passau

Length: 201 m

Address: Bahnstrecke Passau – Wels

GPS coordinates: 48.56833,13.45566

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:04