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Ahrtal bridges
Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler, Germany
Timeframe 2023
Client city of Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler
Typology Infrastructure
STATUS competition - 2nd prize
budget ca. 4,3m eur
maximum SPAN 38-39 m, length 39-44 m, widht 5-15 m
material steel / concrete
Architects Sterling Presser
engineer Werner Sobek AG
landscape RMP Stephan Lenzen Landschaftsarchitekten
Ahrtal bridges
Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler, Germany
The Kirchvorplatz in front of the Martin-Luther-Kirche is transformed into a new focal point with a curved stair structure surrounded by solitary trees. Therefore, the Kurgartenstraße is designed as a wide promenade with high-quality natural stone paving and an accompanying Lindenallee. The Casinovorplatz is decoupled and transformed into an ecological area with native plantings. The Ahrterrassen provide direct access to the water and integrate a café into the flood protection wall.
In short, the design concept for the bridges aims to restore the natural flow of the river and establish a connection to the landscape. They are intended not to obstruct the river and harmoniously blend into the riverbank promenade. The "white bridges" serve as a transition between the historical city center and the spa area. The Kurgartenbrücke is designed as a boulevard with a high-quality paved surface.
Moreover, the Ahrtal bridges structures are executed in prestressed concrete construction, with the Kurgartenbrücke having a clear span of 34 m and the Casinobrücke 33 m. Flood protection includes various measures, including robust concrete construction, a direct connection to the abutments, and Kolkschutzelements. The bridges are equipped for different flood events, with the riverbed under the bridges left unfastened to ensure drainage.
The sustainability of the constructions emphasizes their durability and resistance to floods. Use of CO2-reduced concretes and green hydrogen for steel components contributes in reducing the ecological footprint. The tree planting along Lindenstraße is strategically arranged to provide effective shading of traffic areas and prevent road heating in the summer.
Ahrtal river flood 2021
Ahrtal river flood 2021 Casino
Casino bridge
Site plan
Elevation
Casino bridge Section
Casino bridge Elevation
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Kurgarten bridge Section
Kurgarten bridge Elevation
Kurgarten bridge
Sterling Presser
Architects Engineers PartGmbB
BERLIN, Germany