New shine for the Theodor Heuss Bridge: City Council approves new building!

New shine for the Theodor Heuss Bridge: City Council approves new building!

The Theodor Heuss Bridge, one of the most important traffic arteries in the state capital Düsseldorf, is facing comprehensive change. On July 10, the city council unanimously decided to replace the aging bridge with a new structure. This step, according to Mayor Dr. Stephan Keller, is crucial for the future of the bridge and its functionality. The city administration can now begin extensive preparations for the replacement building, and it is high time because the bridge, which was built in 1957 and connects the Golzheim and Heerdt districts, urgently needs a refresh.

The city has decided to transfer the planning and construction tasks to Immobilien Projekt Management Düsseldorf GmbH (IPM). The tender for the basic determination and preliminary planning is now being prepared with a budget of 22.2 million euros, which includes both the IPM and external engineering and consulting services. This much is certain: the new bridge will be more than just a mode of transport; it also carries the idea of ​​sustainability.

Green Bridge: A sustainable concept

The innovative design team, consisting of RKI Architects, RKW Architektur + and JLL, has developed an ambitious concept called “Green Bridge”. Motorized traffic is to be relocated to a four-lane tube that will create a landscape park above the Rhine. In addition, a cycle highway as well as sustainable living spaces, a hotel and office space are planned. This design not only takes the environment into consideration, but also increases the quality of life of Düsseldorf residents.

The bridge will be equipped with modern technologies: wind turbines will be used to generate energy, and photovoltaic systems in the superstructure will provide additional electricity. The entire project is also aligned with the city's climate goals, which could make the Theodor Heuss Bridge a showcase for sustainable infrastructure. Construction is estimated to take three to four years, which will require a certain amount of patience for many drivers.

Financial aspects and decision making

While the costs for the new building are already estimated at around 700 million euros - an amount that includes, among other things, the possible construction of a temporary temporary bridge - there is discussion about whether this extensive plan can be implemented. Ultimately, the costs will be decisive as to which path the city will decide on: building a new bridge or building a tunnel, as we learn from [ddorf-aktuell.de]. A well-founded decision is aimed for the first quarter of 2026, when the city council will decide on the bridge cross-section and other planning steps.

The Theodor Heuss Bridge is one of the oldest and most frequented bridges in Düsseldorf, with around 78,600 motor vehicles traveling every day. Its total length is over 1.5 kilometers, with each of the five sub-structures having unique structural features. The bridge is currently in focus not only because of its need for technical renovation, but also because of the increased demands on modern infrastructure and its integration into urban planning and environmental protection.

Another interesting aspect of the project is the dialogue that the city of Düsseldorf initiated in order to incorporate citizens' opinions and ideas into the planning process. It remains to be seen how the project will develop and whether the ambitious plans can actually be put into practice. Further information about the status of the project can be found on the official project homepage of the city of Düsseldorf at [duesseldorf.de].