Wallgrabenbrücke, Wooden bridge at Fortress Dresden, Germany
The Wallgrabenbrücke extends 32 meters in length and 5.5 meters in width, connecting two sections of the Dresden fortress complex over a moat.
Constructed in 1718 under Minister August von Wackerbarth's directive, the bridge was designed as a narrow wooden structure for rapid dismantling during potential attacks.
The bridge served as a discreet exit route for royal carriages heading to the countryside, reflecting the mobility needs of Dresden's court society.
Following multiple reconstructions through centuries, including repairs after the 1945 Dresden bombardment, the bridge continues to function as a pedestrian crossing.
Unlike the original stone bridge design by architect Matthäus Pöppelmann, this wooden structure was specifically built to be dismantled during military threats.
Location: Dresden
Inception: 1718
Length: 32 m
Width: 5.5 m
Part of: Fortress Dresden
GPS coordinates: 51.05279,13.73201
Latest update: May 16, 2025 18:33
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