Old Main Bridge (Alte Mainbrücke), Wurzburg: How to Visit and What to Do Nearby

Old Main Bridge spans the Main River in the center of Würzburg, Bavaria, connecting the old town to the Marienberg Fortress hillside. The sandstone bridge was built between 1473 and 1543 and is lined with twelve Baroque statues of saints and historical figures, added in the early 18th century in a style echoing Prague's Charles Bridge. The bridge is pedestrian-only and a popular evening gathering spot—locals buy Franconian wine by the glass from a kiosk at the east end and drink leaning on the balustrade. Marienberg Fortress rises directly above the western bank. is just one of many options in Wurzburg. Major attractions worth considering include Romantic Road, Franconia, and Marienberg Fortress.