# Rudolf-Wissell-Brücke structural damage and closures

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rudolf-wissell-brcke-structural-damage-and-closures
> Updated: 2026-10-22T05:27:19.000Z. Sources: 25. Developments: 2.

The Rudolf-Wissell-Brücke on the A100 motorway in Berlin, the city’s longest road bridge, has faced traffic restrictions following the discovery of a defective tension link. While Autobahn GmbH stated that a full demolition is not required due to the bridge’s unique construction, the structure cannot sustain full loads until repairs are finished.

As of early October, outer lanes were closed, with the right lane expected to be impassable for approximately two weeks. By late October, the bridge remained partially closed, with external experts conducting inspections. Results from these evaluations are expected in mid-November.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Germany infrastructure: Major highway and bridge closures announced

Major infrastructure projects in Germany are causing significant highway closures, including bridge repairs on the A4, A100, and A1, and maintenance on the L597 near Mannheim.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germany-ongoing-and-upcoming-highway-bridge-closures

### 2026-10-07: Rudolf-Wissell-Brücke in Berlin faces lane closures due to damage

Traffic restrictions are in effect on Berlin’s Rudolf-Wissell-Brücke due to a defective tension link, requiring lane closures on the A100 while repairs are conducted.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rudolf-wissell-brcke-in-berlin-faces-lane-closures-due-to-damage

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