Jena, 30.04.2026 – The Wöllnitzer Brücke will be renovated until October. For the renewal of the corrosion protection on the steel construction, drivers on the Stadtrodaer Straße below must expect recurring partial closures.
- Measure: Renewal of the corrosion protection on the tension members
- Location: Wöllnitzer Brücke (over Stadtrodaer Straße)
- Period: immediately until presumably October 2026
- Traffic consequences: Repeated partial closures of the expressway below the bridge
Steel protection for the award-winning structure
After the wooden planks of the striking pedestrian and bicycle bridge were already completely replaced in 2024, the next important maintenance step for the structure is now due. To prevent permanent weather-related damage to the steel, the corrosion protection on the so-called tension members urgently needs to be renewed.
The implementation of these necessary maintenance measures has a direct impact on the flow of motor vehicle traffic. Since the work takes place partly above the roadway for safety reasons, restrictions cannot be avoided. Until the completion of the renovation work in October, the expressway will have to be closed repeatedly in sections. Road users should pay particular attention to the changed traffic routing and temporary signage in this area in the coming months.
Traffic artery in the south of Jena
The Wöllnitzer Brücke was built in 1993 and represents an important connection for pedestrian and bicycle traffic. The construction has received several awards in the past for its particularly delicate architecture. The structure spans the Stadtrodaer Straße – the most important north-south traffic axis of the Lichtstadt. This four-lane expressway acts as a main artery for tens of thousands of commuters daily. It connects the city center directly with the populous districts of Lobeda and Winzerla as well as the important highway connection to the A4. Any partial closure in this bottleneck can lead to noticeable delays and traffic jams throughout the southern city area, especially during the morning and afternoon rush hours.
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Corrosion protection – Renovation of the Wöllnitzer Brücke lasts until October
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