History
Construction began in 1905, and at its completion in 1907 it was Europe's biggest swing bridge. The design scheme was created by Ernst Troschel, construction was executed by MAN Nuremberg.
In 2003 the rotary mechanics of the southern part of the bridge were damaged when a tugboat collided with a frigate and had to be partially repaired.
It is currently closed to the public for repairs.
Read more about this topic: Kaiser Wilhelm Bridge
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