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Ochsengraben

Historic Bridge Linking Rödelheim and Bockenheim

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Built in the early 19th century, the Sternbrücke Rödelheim spans the former Ochsengraben, connecting the districts of Rödelheim and Bockenheim in Frankfurt am Main. The bridge crosses a former flood retention basin of the Nidda River. It is recognized as a historical monument under Hessian heritage protection laws.

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The road above is named after the bridge.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1807

Guided Story

Standing here, you're at a place rich with history. The Sternbrücke Rödelheim, built in the early 19th century, links the districts of Rödelheim and Bockenheim. This stone bridge spans what was once the Ochsengraben, now filled in. If you look to the northeast, you can see the bridge recognized as a historical monument. It crosses a former flood retention basin of the Nidda River. Notably, the bridge was founded in 1807, making it an important historical landmark. The road passing over it is named after the bridge, symbolizing the connection between these two districts.