Overview

• The Carolabrücke, which partially collapsed in September 2024, remains under demolition with no clear timeline for replacement.
• Dresden's Baubürgermeister Stephan Kühn proposes reducing vehicular lanes to expand bike paths, citing decreased traffic volumes and alternative crossings.
• A legal opinion confirms that design changes, including lane reductions, are feasible without legal obstacles, but political opposition persists.
• AfD and CDU representatives argue against lane reductions, citing potential traffic delays and increased accident risks.
• The Dresden City Council is expected to vote on replacement plans before summer 2025, but officials acknowledge completion is unlikely before 2035.