Connecting the Neuen Hafen to the Gewerbegebiet Veitshöchheimer Straße in the Dürrbachau the Rothofbrücke stands as a vital artery. This bridge carries the Rothofstraße. It stretches from the junction of Veitshöchheimer Straße to Friedrich-Koenig-Straße. The Rothofbrücke crosses the railway installations. These once belonged to the former Würzburg marshalling yard. It also spans the Würzburg-Aschaffenburg railway line. This is located north of the Würzburg-Zell train station.
But why is it named Rothofbrücke? The answer lies at the northern end of the bridge. Here once stood the Rothof farm, lending its name to this structure. Look closely at old maps of the BayernAtlas from 1913. The Rothofbrücke is already marked there. This indicates that the bridge’s construction was linked to the establishment of the marshalling yard in 1909.
However the bridge that crosses Bundesstraße 27 is of younger origin. It was built during the four-lane expansion of Veitshöchheimer Straße in the 1980s. The Rothofbrücke has seen its share of history.
In 2018 the Rothofbrücke underwent a significant renovation. From April to autumn the bridge was repaired in sections. The Rothofstraße, the Rothofbrücke itself, and the bridge over Bundesstraße 27 were all renovated. The on and off ramps to the B 27 towards Würzburg were also improved.
The Rothofbrücke is more than just a way to cross over train tracks. It’s a piece of Würzburg’s history. It reflects the city’s industrial past and its continuous development. As you stand here consider the changes this bridge has witnessed. Think about the trains that have passed beneath it and the people who have travelled over it. The Rothofbrücke remains a testament to Würzburg’s enduring spirit.