Alte Brücke

Saarbrücken, Germany

The Alte Brücke (Old Bridge) was erected by Charles V in 1546 and is one of the oldest constructions in Saarbrücken. The Alte Brücke connects Alt-Saarbrücken and St. Johann. Originally it consisted of 14 arches, but now only 8 remain. It was destroyed during WWII and subsequently rebuilt before being shortened in the early 1960s to make room for the urban expressway which passes through central Saarbrücken running parallel to the river.

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Alte Brücke, Saarbrücken, Germany

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Details

Founded: 1546
Category: Miscellaneous historic sites in Germany
Historical period: Reformation & Wars of Religion (Germany)

More Information

www.saarbruecken.de

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Basilica St. Johann (0,4 km)
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User Reviews

khaldoun (10 months ago)
Nice and you can take nice pictures

Álvaro (2 years ago)
Pleasant bridge connecting both sides of the town

George Geo (4 years ago)
Beautyfull place,water,the wiew,all!❤?

Locke (4 years ago)
Nice old bridge with a fantastic view.

Supreeth MV (4 years ago)
Very nice place to chill out on a summer day, especially in the evening.

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