Nordschleusenbrücke

The Nordschleusenbrücke spans 111.9 meters across the waterway, featuring two railway tracks, two road lanes, and a pedestrian walkway for transportation needs.

Built in 1931 by a consortium of MAN and Dortmunder Union, this engineering structure held the title of Germany's largest railway swing bridge until 2021.

The bridge served as a crucial connection point between mainland Bremerhaven and Columbusinsel, integrating maritime activities with land-based transportation systems.

The bridge rotation mechanism required seven minutes to complete a 90-degree turn, allowing vessels to pass through the waterway approximately 2000 times per year.

A structural failure in April 2021 led to the bridge's permanent closure and subsequent dismantling, marking the end of its 90-year service to the port community.

Location: Häfen

Inception: 1931

GPS coordinates: 53.57177,8.55340

Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:47