"Demolition forthcoming": Bridge in Bamberg region slated for destruction
Unraveling the Bamberg Bridge Saga: What's Behind the Roadblock and What's Next
Ever encountered a detour on the B22 between Bamberg and Strullendorf? It's all thanks to a troublesome bridge that crosses the B505. Here's the lowdown on this traffic-disruptingstructural hiccup.
Back in May 2025, a routine inspection unearthed some troubles with the bridge, prompting traffic restrictions. Ever since May 9, the bridge has been out of bounds for public vehicles. But here's a curveball – a team of experts, including structural engineers and testing type-folks, have been hard at work to assess the extent of the damages.
Things moved into high gear this week. In an interview with local news outlet, inFranken.de, a spokesperson for the State Building Authority Bamberg shared some big news: The final testing report, complete with calculations, is still under wraps, but it's expected to drop any day now.
So, what's the verdict? Well, it turns out the bridge can no longer bear up to traffic loads, dictating a permanent traffic ban. The detour via Roßdorf am Forst or the A73 remains the safest bet for travelers. And guess what? Demolishing this 1963 bridge isn't exactly a walk in the park. It's slated for demolition this year, with construction work set to kick off in early 2026. Fingers crossed for a new bridge to be operational in approximately two years!
In the meantime, the State Building Authority Bamberg is weighing options for a temporary traffic management system at the intersection of the federal highways B22 and B505. For the latest in Bamberg district news, keep your eyes peeled for updates in our local news section.
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[1] Originally, the bridge between Bamberg and Strullendorf experienced a temporary full closure due to safety concerns. However, the B505 near Strullendorf reopened on May 9, 2025. It's the bridge on the B22 over the B505 in the direction of Strullendorf that's currently closed due to structural damages discovered during a routine inspection. The detailed analysis is ongoing, and updates will be provided by the Landratsamt Bamberg.
[1] Despite the reopening of the B505 near Strullendorf, the B22 bridge over it towards Strullendorf remains closed due to uncovered structural damages, as ongoing assessments and updates are expected from the Landratsamt Bamberg.
[2] Industries such as transportation, finance, and the local industry in the Bamberg district might experience temporary setbacks due to the closure of the bridge on the B22, with the interim traffic management system at the intersection of federal highways B22 and B505 planned by the State Building Authority Bamberg.