Overview

• Surveying teams have started work to determine the best location for a temporary bridge to replace the closed Elbe Bridge in Bad Schandau.
• The Elbe Bridge was unexpectedly closed in November 2024 after a safety inspection revealed significant structural damage, similar to issues found in Dresden’s Carolabrücke.
• The ongoing closure has severely impacted local businesses and residents, with the next nearest bridge located 20 kilometers away in Pirna.
• The temporary bridge is planned as an interim solution until a permanent replacement for the Elbe Bridge can be constructed, though no timeline has been finalized for either project.
• Local leaders and business owners are calling for clearer communication and action from state officials to address the economic and logistical challenges posed by the closure.