Vast highway gateway bridging nations, engineering meets Basel’s urban rhythm seamlessly. The Schwarzwaldbrücke is Basel’s principal road bridge over the Rhine, forming a vital link between the Swiss A2 motorway and Germany’s A5 highway. Completed in 1973, this wide prestressed‑concrete structure spans approximately 233 metres and carries ten lanes of traffic alongside raised pedestrian walkways. It’s a remarkable feat of infrastructure that also serves as a pedestrian path offering expansive views of the river and city skyline.
There are no opening or closing hours—like most urban bridges, the Schwarzwaldbrücke is publicly accessible around the clock every day of the year. Whether you’re walking, biking, swinging by for views, or launching a float trip from the embankments nearby, access is unrestricted 24/7.
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