The partial collapse of the Carola Bridge is having a significant impact on traffic in Dresden. According to a study by the state capital, traffic flows have shifted to alternative Elbe crossings, leading to noticeable delays. The effects for cyclists, motorists and public transport users are very different.
Albert Bridge at its limit - other crossings relieved
According to the report, the Albert Bridge and the Marienbrücke are particularly affected by the increase in car traffic, with 88 percent and 30 percent more vehicles respectively. The Waldschlößchenbrücke has recorded a moderate increase of eight percent, while traffic volumes on the Flügelwegbrücke and the Blaues Wunder have actually decreased. The average travel times on north-south connections have increased by four minutes - on the Old Town side by around 3.5 minutes.
