Opening of the Rahmedetal Bridge - all developments in the live ticker
The Rahmede Valley Viaduct on the A45 near Lüdenscheid will reopen to traffic on December 22, 2025. The bridge, a key route for motorists, has been under reconstruction since its closure in December 2021. The decision to shut it down was described as the most difficult of one transport official’s career.
The original Rahmede Valley Viaduct was taken out of service on December 2, 2021. This move marked a major disruption for drivers relying on the A45. For Elfriede Sauerwein-Braksiek, the transport authority figure responsible, it stood as the hardest call she had ever made in her professional life.
Demolition of the old structure took place in 2023. Crews then began constructing a new viaduct to replace the ageing bridge. After years of work, the rebuilt crossing is now set to welcome vehicles again in late 2025. The project has involved extensive planning and engineering efforts. The new viaduct aims to improve safety and capacity on this busy stretch of motorway.
The reopening of the Rahmede Valley Viaduct will restore a vital link for travellers on the A45. Motorists can expect smoother journeys once the bridge resumes operation in December 2025. The completion of the project follows a lengthy closure and reconstruction phase.
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