New bridge of Wasserstraßenkreuz Minden

The steel bridge extends 398 meters across the Weser River valley, featuring a 54-meter main span and a 42-meter-wide water trough.

Construction of the New Canal Bridge began in 1993 to complement the Old Canal Bridge, leading to its official opening on August 25, 1998.

The structure forms part of the Minden Aqueduct system, enabling water transportation connections between northern Germany and other European regions.

The bridge allows large motor cargo vessels to cross with a water depth of 4 meters, while special air bubble systems prevent ice formation.

The steel construction weighs 7,800 tons and consists of 234 prefabricated parts that were assembled on site during construction.

Location: Minden

Inception: 1997

Official opening: August 25, 1998

Length: 398 m

Longest Span: 54.44 m

Width: 42 m

Made from material: steel

Part of: Minden Aqueduct

GPS coordinates: 52.30340,8.92970

Latest update: May 12, 2025 14:21