Chain Bridge (Nuremberg)

The Chain Bridge (German: Kettensteg) in Nuremberg, Germany, is a pedestrian suspension bridge over the Pegnitz River. Constructed in 1824, it is one of the oldest chain bridges in continental Europe. The bridge's namesake chains are its primary structural support, and its design reflects the early 19th-century interest in innovative engineering and suspension bridge technology.

The Kettensteg connects the districts of Gärten hinter der Veste and Maxfeld. Its construction replaced an earlier wooden bridge that stood on the same site. The bridge was designed by Conrad Georg Kuppler, and its iron chains were produced by the nearby ironworks in Lauf an der Pegnitz.

During World War II, the Chain Bridge suffered damage but was subsequently restored. Today, it remains a popular landmark and a testament to early iron suspension bridge design. As a historical monument, it offers both a functional river crossing and a glimpse into the industrial and engineering history of Nuremberg. The bridge is pedestrian-only and offers views of the Pegnitz River and the surrounding cityscape.