The Pont Béatus Rhénanus crosses the Rhine and connects Strasbourg in France with Kehl in Germany. The 290-metre-long and 16-metre-wide bridge extends Strasbourg’s tram network across the national border. It carries two tram tracks as well as dedicated routes for pedestrians and cyclists.
The all-steel structure consists of two 145-metre bowstring arch spans supported by a central pier in the Rhine. Its curved steel arches and slender tension elements create a light, transparent appearance while efficiently transferring the structural loads to the bridge deck.
PFEIFER Structures supplied the high-strength UMIX tension rod systems used within the bridge structure. The tension rods act as structural hangers and transfer forces between the steel arches and the deck. Their high fatigue resistance and durable corrosion protection make the system particularly suitable for a bridge exposed to dynamic traffic loads and changing weather conditions.
The precisely manufactured components integrate seamlessly into the bridge’s white steel structure and support its clear architectural expression. The result combines structural efficiency with a restrained design that reflects the bridge’s role as an important cross-border connection.
