Rethe-Klappbrücke

The Rethe-Klappbrücke spans 104 meters across the Rethe River, connecting different sections of Hamburg's port area with both railway and road infrastructure.

Constructed to replace a 1934 lift bridge, this modern structure opened in July 2016 for partial traffic and received full inauguration in December 2017.

The bridge design reflects Hamburg's maritime heritage while serving as a central connection point for the industrial and commercial activities of the port district.

The double-leaf construction allows simultaneous road and rail traffic passage, eliminating the previous need for up to 40 daily closures for train crossings.

This infrastructure development increased the navigational channel width from 44 to 64 meters, enhancing ship movement capabilities in Hamburg's port area.

Location: Hamburg-Mitte

Inception: July 2016

Official opening: December 15, 2017

Longest Span: 104 m

Website: http://hamburg.de/hamburger-hafen/4345976/rethebruecke

GPS coordinates: 53.50389,9.96583

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29