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Praterwehrbrücke

Unique access to Prater Island

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The Praterwehrbrücke connects the western bank of the Isar with the picturesque Prater Island and is the only bridge allowing vehicular access. Beneath it, a weir dams the river, with the resulting height difference utilized by the Prater power plant. A statue of Saint Nepomuk, the patron saint of rafters, adorns one of its pillars.

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The Praterwehrbrücke was established in 1966.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1966

Guided Story

Standing here on the Praterwehrbrücke, you're at the junction between the western bank of the Isar and the charming Prater Island. Built in 1966, this is the only bridge allowing vehicles to reach the island. Beneath you, a weir dams the river, its height difference harnessed by the Prater power plant. Look north to see the statue of Saint Nepomuk, the patron saint of rafters, adorning one of the pillars. Just a short distance to the east is the Maximiliansbrücke, another noteworthy crossing over the Isar. Take a moment to appreciate the blend of nature and engineering here.