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Veddelkanalbrücke

Historic Landmark in Hamburg's Harbor

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Hamburg: First Steps10 pts

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Hamburg: Insider50 pts

The Veddelkanalbrücke is a heritage-listed road bridge crossing the Veddel Canal on the Kleiner Grasbrook. Adjacent to it, a railway bridge carries the tracks of the harbor railway over the canal, often referred to collectively as the Veddelkanal bridges.

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The Veddelkanalbrücke is a protected monument in Hamburg.

Quick Facts

Heritage Status: Heritage Monument

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Guided Story

Standing here, you're looking at an important connection in the Port of Hamburg: the Veddelkanalbrücke. This heritage-listed road bridge crosses the Veddel Canal on the Kleiner Grasbrook. Right next to it is a railway bridge carrying the tracks of the harbor railway. This is why they're often referred to as the Veddelkanal bridges. As a heritage monument, it highlights the port's vital role in Hamburg's history. Look around, and you might notice the Spreehafenbrücke to the south.