Kraichbach Bridge: Renovation is in full swing – diversions expected!

Kraichbach Bridge: Renovation is in full swing – diversions expected!

In Kraichtal-Münzesheim we are currently working diligently on renewing the Kraichbach Bridge. The renovation has been underway since December 2024 and is being carried out on behalf of the Karlsruhe Regional Council. The existing bridge was completely demolished, new abutments were installed and the superstructure was concreted. These comprehensive renovation measures on the L 554 aim to further improve the traffic infrastructure and increase road safety. Loud rp.baden-wuerttemberg.de The bridge will remain completely closed to traffic during the entire construction phase.

When the renovation of the road surface of the L 554 began on June 12, 2025, the work was divided into seven construction phases. Construction phases 5 and 6 are currently being implemented and are expected to be completed by June 18, 2025. From June 25th, construction phase 1 will begin, which will affect the area between the roundabout and the settlement road. A full closure is necessary here - the diversion runs via Talstrasse, but partial access to the settlement road remains possible. The has information about this bnn.de provided.

Drivers and residents have to adapt

The diversion routes will remain active until the entire measure is completed. Road users from Eppingen are routed via the B 35 to Bruchsal and Ubstadt, while traffic from Kronau is routed via the L 635 to Odenheim. The parallel bridge for pedestrians and cyclists will also remain completely closed until June 18, 2025, and detours via Rathausstrasse and Obere Torstrasse must also be accepted here.

After completion of construction phases 1 and 4, which are scheduled to last until July 7, 2025, construction phases 2 and 3 between Settlement Street and Fasanenstraße will be renovated. This work is expected to take around a week each, while the final stage (construction phase 7) covers the route from the entrance to the therapy center to the L 554 / L 553 junction. Overall, all measures will be completed by the beginning of August 2025 and the Kraichbach Bridge can be opened to traffic again.

Investments in infrastructure

The reconstruction of the Kraichbach Bridge and the associated renovation of the road surface are part of a comprehensive program to renew roads and bridges in the country. In 2024, over one billion euros will be available to further promote the preservation of the infrastructure. In recent years, gigantic sums have already flowed into the renovation of the road network, and the last investment of 433 million euros in 2023 has underlined the need to continue to act consistently in the future. In principle, Baden-Württemberg is a leader in accessing federal funds for such projects. Further details on this can be found on baden-wuerttemberg.de.

Overall, it is important to implement these urgently needed renovations promptly. The upcoming work on the bridge structure and the subsequent roadway renovations will make a major contribution to increasing traffic safety for all users in the Kraichtal area.