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Kettensteg — Attraction in Nuremberg

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Kettensteg
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The Chain Bridge is a pedestrian chain bridge in Nuremberg, Germany. The bridge crosses the river Pegnitz just a few meters upriver of Fronveste and Schlayerturm, fortifications in the course of the medieval city wall guarding the river's exit from the town.
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Weintraubengasse 2, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
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Unschlittpl. 9, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
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Restaurant Opatija Nürnberg
Unschlittpl. 7, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
Vetrina Toscana
Ob. Kreuzgasse 15, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
Alte Küch'n & Im Keller
Albrecht-Dürer-Straße 3, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
480Grad neapolitan Pizza X Pianobar
Kappengasse 13, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
Bahama Mama Latin Kitchen | Bar
Weinmarkt 12, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
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Hotel Elch
Irrerstraße 11, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
Boutique Hotel Hauser/Nürnberger Altstadt-/Zentrale Lage
Unschlittpl. 7, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
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Lammsgasse 3, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
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Garden Hotel Nürnberg Inh. Marika Liptak
Vordere Ledergasse 12, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
Hotel Agneshof Nürnberg · Partner of SORAT Hotels
Agnesgasse 10, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
Dürer - Hotel Nürnberg
Neutormauer 32, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
SORAT Hotel Saxx Nuremberg
Hauptmarkt 17, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
Hotel Burgschmiet
Burgschmietstraße 8, 90419 Nürnberg, Germany
Hotel Central
Augustinerstraße 2, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
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Kettensteg

Kettensteg, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany
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The Chain Bridge is a pedestrian chain bridge in Nuremberg, Germany. The bridge crosses the river Pegnitz just a few meters upriver of Fronveste and Schlayerturm, fortifications in the course of the medieval city wall guarding the river's exit from the town.

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attractions: Maxbrücke, Toy Museum, Deutsches Museum Nürnberg - Das Zukunftsmuseum, turmdersinne, Nürnberger Bratwurstmuseum, Henkerhaus Museum, Schöner Brunnen, Hallerwiese, St. Sebald Church - Sebalduskirche Nürnberg, Ehekarussell, restaurants: Kuhmuhne Die Burgerbar, Finyas Taverne in der Altstadt, bierwerk, "Trödelstuben", Wein- und Bierstuben, Restaurant, KonTiki, Restaurant Opatija Nürnberg, Vetrina Toscana, Alte Küch'n & Im Keller, 480Grad neapolitan Pizza X Pianobar, Bahama Mama Latin Kitchen | Bar
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Nearby attractions of Kettensteg

Maxbrücke

Toy Museum

Deutsches Museum Nürnberg - Das Zukunftsmuseum

turmdersinne

Nürnberger Bratwurstmuseum

Henkerhaus Museum

Schöner Brunnen

Hallerwiese

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Ehekarussell

Maxbrücke

Maxbrücke

4.7

(625)

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Toy Museum

Toy Museum

4.5

(2.1K)

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Deutsches Museum Nürnberg - Das Zukunftsmuseum

Deutsches Museum Nürnberg - Das Zukunftsmuseum

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(1.0K)

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turmdersinne

turmdersinne

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Candlelight: Weihnachts- und Neujahrskonzert
Candlelight: Weihnachts- und Neujahrskonzert
Fri, Jan 2 • 6:30 PM
Rathausplatz 2, Nürnberg, 90403
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View From Above Nürnberg
View From Above Nürnberg
Tue, Dec 30 • 10:00 AM
Breite G. 91, 90402
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Nearby restaurants of Kettensteg

Kuhmuhne Die Burgerbar

Finyas Taverne in der Altstadt

bierwerk

"Trödelstuben", Wein- und Bierstuben, Restaurant

KonTiki

Restaurant Opatija Nürnberg

Vetrina Toscana

Alte Küch'n & Im Keller

480Grad neapolitan Pizza X Pianobar

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Kuhmuhne Die Burgerbar

4.4

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Finyas Taverne in der Altstadt

Finyas Taverne in der Altstadt

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(689)

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bierwerk

bierwerk

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(675)

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"Trödelstuben", Wein- und Bierstuben, Restaurant

"Trödelstuben", Wein- und Bierstuben, Restaurant

4.5

(2.1K)

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Cláudio CardonaCláudio Cardona
Ah, the Kettensteg, Nuremberg's own iron suspension bridge and a true marvel of engineering for its time. Constructed in 1824, it stands as Germany's oldest chain bridge, a testament to the ingenuity of bygone eras. It's not just a crossing over the Pegnitz River but a symbolic span connecting the city's industrial past to its present. Getting to Kettensteg is straightforward, especially if you're already exploring the Altstadt (Old Town). It's just a short walk from many of Nuremberg's key historical sites, and certainly worth incorporating into your sightseeing. Beside the bridge lies a garden, a modest yet splendid refuge that I highly recommend. Amidst the foliage and flora, one can find a peaceful moment, a soft contrast to the Kettensteg's more rigid, industrial air. It's an ideal spot for a brief reprieve, perhaps with a book or simply one's thoughts. The Kettensteg is more than a bridge; it's a historical artifact, an architectural marvel, and a quiet space for contemplation all in one. In a city teeming with historical landmarks, the Kettensteg stands out not just for its age but for its enduring relevance and charm.
BradBrad
There are several different bridges you can walk to cross the River Pegnitz between the north and south districts of Old Town including this chain bridge located just to the east of Schlayerturm (Schlayer Tower) at the western side of the old wall. This bridge was designed by Conrad Georg Kuppler and constructed in 1824. It has two spans of 68 and 33 metres each and is considered the oldest surviving chain bridge in Europe. The walk across is naturally a bit wobbly but sort of fun. There are fantastic views of the river throughout. Well worth making time to try if interested in Nuremburg's historic bridges.
Arun KumarArun Kumar
Kettensteg is a pedestrian chain bridge in Nuremberg and one of the oldest free floating chain suspension bridge in Germany. It is a short and easy walk, and the views from the bridge are simply stunning. You can also enjoy the sound of the water flowing under the bridge, and you might even spot some ducks or geese swimming by.
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Ah, the Kettensteg, Nuremberg's own iron suspension bridge and a true marvel of engineering for its time. Constructed in 1824, it stands as Germany's oldest chain bridge, a testament to the ingenuity of bygone eras. It's not just a crossing over the Pegnitz River but a symbolic span connecting the city's industrial past to its present. Getting to Kettensteg is straightforward, especially if you're already exploring the Altstadt (Old Town). It's just a short walk from many of Nuremberg's key historical sites, and certainly worth incorporating into your sightseeing. Beside the bridge lies a garden, a modest yet splendid refuge that I highly recommend. Amidst the foliage and flora, one can find a peaceful moment, a soft contrast to the Kettensteg's more rigid, industrial air. It's an ideal spot for a brief reprieve, perhaps with a book or simply one's thoughts. The Kettensteg is more than a bridge; it's a historical artifact, an architectural marvel, and a quiet space for contemplation all in one. In a city teeming with historical landmarks, the Kettensteg stands out not just for its age but for its enduring relevance and charm.
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There are several different bridges you can walk to cross the River Pegnitz between the north and south districts of Old Town including this chain bridge located just to the east of Schlayerturm (Schlayer Tower) at the western side of the old wall. This bridge was designed by Conrad Georg Kuppler and constructed in 1824. It has two spans of 68 and 33 metres each and is considered the oldest surviving chain bridge in Europe. The walk across is naturally a bit wobbly but sort of fun. There are fantastic views of the river throughout. Well worth making time to try if interested in Nuremburg's historic bridges.
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Kettensteg is a pedestrian chain bridge in Nuremberg and one of the oldest free floating chain suspension bridge in Germany. It is a short and easy walk, and the views from the bridge are simply stunning. You can also enjoy the sound of the water flowing under the bridge, and you might even spot some ducks or geese swimming by.
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Ah, the Kettensteg, Nuremberg's own iron suspension bridge and a true marvel of engineering for its time. Constructed in 1824, it stands as Germany's oldest chain bridge, a testament to the ingenuity of bygone eras. It's not just a crossing over the Pegnitz River but a symbolic span connecting the city's industrial past to its present.

Getting to Kettensteg is straightforward, especially if you're already exploring the Altstadt (Old Town). It's just a short walk from many of Nuremberg's key historical sites, and certainly worth incorporating into your sightseeing.

Beside the bridge lies a garden, a modest yet splendid refuge that I highly recommend. Amidst the foliage and flora, one can find a peaceful moment, a soft contrast to the Kettensteg's more rigid, industrial air. It's an ideal spot for a brief reprieve, perhaps with a book or simply one's thoughts.

The Kettensteg is more than a bridge; it's a historical artifact, an architectural marvel, and a quiet space for contemplation all in one. In a city teeming with historical landmarks, the Kettensteg stands out not just for its age but for its enduring...

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Der Kettensteg ist eine Fußgängerbrücke in Nürnberg und überbrückt die Pegnitz. Sie gilt als die älteste erhaltene eiserne Kettenbrücke in Kontinentaleuropa.

Sie befindet sich direkt am Altstadt-Ausfluss der Pegnitz vor der Fronveste zwischen dem Hallertor und der Kreuzgasse. Der schmale Steg ist rund 68 Meter lang und diente von Anbeginn an ausschließlich dem Fußgängerverkehr. Der Kettensteg gilt als ein technikgeschichtliches Denkmal und ist Teil der Historischen Meile Nürnbergs.

Der Kettensteg diente als Ersatz für den hölzernen sogenannten Trockensteg. Nach einer Bauzeit von nur vier Monaten wurde er am 30. Dezember 1824 eingeweiht. Die Baukosten betrugen 3620 Gulden, 3,65 Tonnen Schmiedeeisen wurden verbaut. Entworfen und konstruiert wurde das Brückenbauwerk von Ingenieur Conrad Georg Kuppler, der auch an der Entstehung der ersten deutschen Eisenbahn zwischen Nürnberg und Fürth beteiligt war.

Die Brücke hat zwei Öffnungen mit Stützweiten von jeweils 33 Metern. Der Kettensteg ist die älteste erhaltene eiserne Kettenbrücke auf dem europäischen Festland. Der zunächst namenlose Übergang erhielt seine Bezeichnung vom Volksmund. Sie bezieht sich auf die zahlreichen, jeweils drei Meter langen Kettenglieder, an denen die Brücke aufgehängt ist. Sie sind an drei fünf Meter hohen Pylonen befestigt und in massiven Widerlagern an beiden Uferseiten verankert. Diese Bauteile sind noch weitgehend im Original erhalten. Die ursprünglich aus Eichenholz gefertigten Pylone wurden allerdings nach schweren Beschädigungen durch Hochwasser 1909 durch die noch vorhandene Konstruktion aus Stahlfachwerk ersetzt.

Wegen der unzureichenden Querversteifung der Konstruktion konnten sich Schwingungen aufschaukeln, was die Stabilität gefährdete. Das wurde durchaus auch absichtlich hervorgerufen und war deshalb seit 1927 durch eine Polizeiverordnung verboten. 1930 wurde der Steg durch seitliche Eisenträger versteift und mit vier Holzjochen abgestützt. Seither war die Hängekonstruktion ohne tragende Funktion und das Erscheinungsbild des Stegs stark beeinträchtigt. Nach 1930 gab es sowohl Bestrebungen zur Modernisierung als auch zum Abriss; in der Zeit des Nationalsozialismus wurde die aus der Frühindustriezeit stammende Brücke als Bruch im historischen Stadtbild angesehen, der im Rahmen der sogenannten Entschandelung bereinigt werden sollte. Der Kriegsausbruch verhinderte den 1939 bereits verfügten Abbruch.

Das nur für wenige Jahre vorgesehene Provisorium aus dem Jahre 1930 bestand dann fast sechs Jahrzehnte. Anfang Mai 2009 musste die Brücke aus Sicherheitsgründen gesperrt werden, da die Standsicherheit des Abstützungsprovisoriums nicht mehr ausreichend war.

2010 wurde mit der Sanierung begonnen; umfangreiche Spenden von Bürgern und Firmen ermöglichten es, den Originalzustand als Hängebrücke weitestgehend wiederherzustellen.1 Die Konstruktion wurde zunächst vollständig abgetragen, die Widerlager wurden durch Kleinbohrpfähle verstärkt, die originalen Kettenglieder restauriert und zum Teil ersetzt. Die Brücke wurde als freitragende Hängebrücke wiedererrichtet. Die Konstruktion wurde durch einen flachen, unter die Gehbahn eingebauten Hohlkastenträger zusätzlich stabilisiert. Am 22. Dezember 2010 wurde die nahe dem Ursprungszustand wiederhergestellte Fußgängerbrücke wieder für den Verkehr...

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There are several different bridges you can walk to cross the River Pegnitz between the north and south districts of Old Town including this chain bridge located just to the east of Schlayerturm (Schlayer Tower) at the western side of the old wall.

This bridge was designed by Conrad Georg Kuppler and constructed in 1824. It has two spans of 68 and 33 metres each and is considered the oldest surviving chain bridge in Europe. The walk across is naturally a bit wobbly but sort of fun. There are fantastic views of the river throughout. Well worth making time to try if interested in Nuremburg's...

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