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Buckelbrücke

World's only arching steel bridge

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The Buckelbrücke in Duisburg's Inner Harbor is an impressive steel structure spanning 79 meters with a width of 3.5 meters. Built in 1999, this pedestrian and cyclist bridge is unique in its arching design, linking the area's modern architecture to its industrial past.

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The Buckelbrücke is the world's only arching steel bridge.

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Founded: 1999

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You're standing before the world's only archable steel bridge, the Buckelbrücke. This remarkable structure, built in 1999, spans 79 meters and is 3.5 meters wide. As you look around, notice how the bridge connects the modern architecture of Duisburg's Inner Harbor with the area's industrial past. Just behind you is the Marina Duisburg, a mere 87 meters away, and to the east, about 102 meters, lies the Garden of Remembrance. This bridge isn't just a crossing; it's a symbol of the link between past and present. A short walk here offers a unique view of the blend between tradition and modernity.