Traffic chaos in Wolgast: Peene Bridge is closed for maintenance!

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From November 3, 2025, the Peene Bridge in Wolgast will be accessible in one lane for maintenance work. Details about closures and diversions.

Ab dem 3. November 2025 wird die Peenebrücke in Wolgast für Wartungsarbeiten einspurig befahrbar sein. Details zu Sperrungen und Umleitungen.
From November 3, 2025, the Peene Bridge in Wolgast will be accessible in one lane for maintenance work. Details about closures and diversions.

Traffic chaos in Wolgast: Peene Bridge is closed for maintenance!

The Peene Bridge in Wolgast will be closed for extensive maintenance work from Monday, November 3, 2025. These measures are necessary to ensure the safety and functionality of the important transport connection. Uckermark courier reports that the focus of the work is on replacing 7,000 liters of hydraulic oil and replacing hose lines and components.

The period of work extends until November 14, 2025. During the first week, from November 3rd to 9th, traffic will be routed across the bridge in a single lane using traffic lights. On the night of November 6th to 7th and November 7th to 8th there will also be full night closures that are necessary to open the bridge hatch. This happens between 10:30 p.m. and 4:30 a.m. and 11:30 p.m. and 4:30 a.m.

Traffic control and diversions

There are also restrictions for pedestrians and cyclists: Crossing the bridge will be more difficult during the single-lane traffic flow from November 3rd to 9th. On the nights of full closures, crossing is even temporarily made impossible. However, passage remains possible at any time for ships that do not require the bridge to be opened. However, larger ships cannot pass in the first phase from November 3rd to 9th. Bridge openings will take place from November 10th depending on the progress of the work.

The diversion for vehicle traffic will take place via the Zecheriner Bridge (B 110) during the full closures. There will also be changes to rail traffic: some connections on the RB 23, especially the trains on the nights of full closures, will be canceled. A replacement rail service has been set up for the affected journeys, and all other trains are running as scheduled.

Why bridge maintenance is so important

The reason for this time-consuming and complex maintenance work is the need for regular inspection of the bridge infrastructure. Bridges are exposed to constant stress, weather influences and the natural aging process. D-ICS highlights that damage such as cracks in the concrete, corrosion of steel beams or damaged bearings can endanger stability. It is therefore crucial to detect and repair damage early to avoid expensive repairs and possible traffic disruptions.

In fact, continuous maintenance should be seen as an essential factor for road safety and the longevity of structures. Regular inspections and timely repairs extend the lifespan of bridges and give road traffic the safety it needs.

Finally, it should be emphasized that the upcoming work on the Peene Bridge is not only necessary but also sensible in order to preserve the infrastructure. The Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing makes it clear that early detection and repair of damage play a crucial role in road safety. These steps are essential so that the bridge can continue to be used reliably in the future.