New shine for the Danube Bridge: Comprehensive renovation will start soon!

New shine for the Danube Bridge: Comprehensive renovation will start soon!

The planning approval for the replacement construction of the Danube bridge on state road 2146 between Wörth an der Donau and Pfatter has been officially announced. This measure, which was presented on September 10, 2025, is a response to the poor condition of the existing bridge. A repair would not be economically justifiable, so the decision was made to build a completely new building to ensure safety and load-bearing capacity. The project has been prioritized in the 7th expansion plan for state roads in Bavaria under number R140-07 and is considered a structural renovation worthy of preservation.

As part of the project, the road gradients north and south of the bridge will also be adjusted to ensure smooth traffic flow. The plans also include construction materials that are necessary to carry out the work. The responsible government of the Upper Palatinate in Regensburg has carried out a site-specific preliminary examination in accordance with Section 7 Paragraph 2 of the Environmental Impact Assessment Act (UVPG). This resulted in the need to carry out an environmental impact assessment (EIA) for the water management project. The results of the preliminary examination confirm the urgency of the project, which is intended to promote the further development of the regional infrastructure. Further details can be found in the notice available at this link is available.

Overview of civil engineering services

Sweco GmbH, which has been planning engineering structures for over 50 years, is expected to be involved in this project. Her focus is on developing sustainable and individual solutions that meet the specific requirements of clients. Sweco is known for its services, which range from new buildings to the renovation of civil engineering structures. Checking and ensuring the performance of existing structures is also part of their comprehensive offering. With a wide range of experience and diverse expertise, they are able to develop innovative construction methods and take environmental requirements into account.

The Danube Bridge will not only be in a new state of construction, but will also represent an enrichment for the region's transport infrastructure. Their renewal is crucial for the long-term availability and maintenance of the infrastructure, which is particularly important in view of the continuously increasing demands on transport systems. Further information about engineering structures and solutions in the transport sector can be found on the Sweco website this link visible.

The responsible authorities and Sweco engineers are largely responsible for the planning approval process and the further steps of project implementation in order to ensure rapid implementation. The region's citizens can look forward to the progress of the project, which will focus on both functional and aesthetic aspects of the new bridge.