Traffic chaos threatens: Meersburg Bridge in Ravensburg is being renovated!

Traffic chaos threatens: Meersburg Bridge in Ravensburg is being renovated!

The Meersburg Bridge in Ravensburg will be partially closed for several months from March 2026, and this is likely to be important for many commuters and residents. Loud Schwäbische.de The renovation work will cost around 2.3 million euros and should be completed by mid-2027. The closure particularly affects traffic at the Pfannenstiel junction in front of the bridge. A real endurance test for the city's transport infrastructure! Although one lane remains open, it will not be possible to return over the bridge, which means a diversion via Brühlstrasse, especially for traffic from the north.

For drivers from the south, traffic will be rerouted via the Schussental Viaduct. In order to minimize the risk of traffic congestion, it was decided not to use traffic light regulations, as is usual at the Schussenbrücke. The renovation will be carried out in two construction phases: The first phase will run from March to October/November 2026, the second phase is expected to last until summer 2027. In order to speed up the work, work is also carried out on Saturdays.

Details about the renovation

During the winter break, a transition structure will be installed to maintain traffic. The bridge, built in 1997, has major damage to the caps, which now needs to be repaired. “The safety of road users has the highest priority,” says construction and urban planning officer Dirk Bastin, who also reports numerous complaint emails about the upcoming measures. In addition to the road work, rail traffic will also be affected, as the upcoming electrification of the Southern Railway requires a temporary shutdown of the overhead line power supply.

The structural measures are part of a comprehensive renovation program that, according to... BMV.de is necessary in Germany to improve the traffic safety of many older bridges.

Traffic restrictions and alternatives

With the upcoming work on the Meersburger Bridge, the adjacent Mühlbruckstrasse will only be accessible from Meersburger Strasse (Weststadt) and Brühlstrasse during the construction period. Drivers should be prepared for the single-lane regulation for traffic heading into the city, which is why alternative routes could make sense to avoid traffic jams. The “Mühlbruck inwards” bus stop will also be closed during this time, which is also important for commuters to know.

For the people of Ravensburg and the surrounding communities, the upcoming construction work is an important step towards better transport infrastructure. Addressing the challenges responsibly will be critical to continuing to enjoy the region's benefits while the bridges are upgraded.

The public is invited to take alternative routes during construction work and to keep themselves regularly informed about the progress of the renovation. Stay informed – it stays exciting!