Hubbrücke Handelshafen

About

The Hubbrücke in Magdeburg’s Handelshafen is a striking industrial monument that reflects the city’s long tradition of river trade and engineering innovation. Built in 1893, the lift bridge was designed to allow ships to pass beneath while maintaining a vital rail connection across the harbor. Its steel framework and lifting mechanism made it one of the most advanced structures of its time, symbolizing the dynamism of Magdeburg as a hub of commerce along the Elbe. Though it no longer serves its original transport function, the bridge has been preserved as a landmark of industrial heritage. Today, the Hubbrücke stands as both a reminder of the city’s maritime past and a distinctive architectural feature of the redeveloped harbor district, where historic infrastructure meets modern urban life. Visitors can admire its imposing silhouette and appreciate the ingenuity that once powered Magdeburg’s trade.

Magdeburg Germany

Location

The Hafenhubbrücke (port lift bridge) is located in the Handelshafen area of Magdeburg, at the Science Harbor (Wissenschaftshafen) on the Elbe River. This iconic historic bridge connects the old commercial port district with newer developments focused on innovation and science. Nearby are landmarks such as the chain steamer "Gustav Zeuner" museum ship, former warehouses like Speicher GHI, the Herrenkrug Railway Bridge, and modern research facilities in the Port of Science district. The area blends industrial heritage with cultural venues and outdoor leisure along the river, making it a significant spot for exploring Magdeburg's maritime history and evolving urban landscape.