Ceremonial inauguration: New bridge over the Finow Canal in Finowfurt!

Ceremonial inauguration: New bridge over the Finow Canal in Finowfurt!

Finowfurt, Deutschland - On July 10, 2025, a new pedestrian and cyclist bridge over the Finow Canal was solemnly inaugurated in Finowfurt. At the opening there was a solemn shear cut, which was accompanied by numerous representatives of the municipality of Schorfheide, the district of Barnim and the Finowfurt local advisory board. Mayor Wilhelm Westerkamp recalled during the ceremony of the abrupt demolition of the old bridge on July 9, 2021, which should ensure a smooth connection between residential and commercial areas. The new bridge was longed for by the region's inhabitants, since it is now finally making an important connection to the castle settlement.

The work for the new bridge started on April 24, 2025 and were completed on June 30, 2025. A total of seven bridge parts, made by the Busmann company from Schüttorf, were installed between 17 and 19 May 2025. The bridge is a half-timbered steel structure with a width of 2.50 meters, which is accessible exclusively for pedestrians, cyclists and electromobiles. The railing and the planking are made of high-quality Bongossi wood, a material that is characterized by its durability.

financing and costs

The overall investment for the bridge project amounts to 927,000 euros. According to Barnim Aktuell, the municipality of Schorfheide with around 307,000 euros participated, the district development budget with 390,000 euros and the cycle program of the district of barn 230,000 euros at the costs. In his speech, district administrator Daniel Kurth emphasized the importance of the financial support of the district that made this project possible.

The new bridge is not only a structural upgrade, but also a sign of a sustainable transport infrastructure project and supports the traffic connection for cyclists. In the current discussion about traffic planning in Germany, it becomes clear how important such measures are. On platforms such as Mobility Forum Interest in such projects. The new bridge in Finowfurt could serve as a positive example of similar initiatives in other regions.

around the finow channel is not only possible for the infrastructure, but also for the quality of life of the residents. The bridge now offers safe and quick access to important areas of life and underlines the commitment of the community and the district for modern mobility in rural areas