Overview

• Two of eight planned steel support pylons have been installed under Pier C on the Altstadt side to restore stability and facilitate demolition.
• Four support pylons are expected to be operational by Friday, enabling the staged dismantling of the remaining Brückenzug C section.
• The February 2025 tension cable breaks reduced the bridge's load capacity by 40%, necessitating the current stabilization measures.
• Dresden's city administration has proposed an 'Ersatzneubau' replacement bridge, aiming for a city council vote before summer 2025.
• The replacement bridge will be designed through an EU-wide tender process with public consultation, avoiding lengthy approval procedures.