The damage was discovered during a routine inspection. The mechanism for moving the bridge flap had been affected, for safety reasons the bridge had to remain closed afterwards - With a clearance of only six metres, the passage through the Strelasund had become impossible for many ships.
However, the error has now been rectified: According to the responsible Baltic Sea Waterways and Shipping Authoritythe Ziegelgrabenbrücke can be reopened at the regular times: daily at 2.30 am (opening on demand), 5.20 am, 8.20 am, 12.20 pm, 3.20 pm, 5.20 pm and 9.30 pm for 20 minutes.
Numerous bridge problems in the north
The Ziegelgrabenbrücke is located between Stralsund and the island of Dänholm and is part of the Rügendamm and thus the old crossing of the Strelasund between the mainland and the island of Rügen, which has existed since 1935. It remained in place after the opening of the additional Rügen Bridge, as the much higher new construction only carries road traffic but no rail traffic.
Bridge failures have recently become more frequent in the north: The Eider and Schlei were also affected in the summer. In Lindaunis, where the dilapidated railway bridge is currently being replaced, openings are planned from November to April. only after early registration possible.
Christian Tiedt
Editor Travel
