The article highlights the critical state of Germany’s infrastructure, particularly bridges, as exemplified by the recent demolition of the Ringbahnbrucke in Berlin and the collapse of the Carola Bridge in Dresden. With thousands of bridges in dire need of repair, experts warn of potential disasters if underinvestment continues. The situation has garnered governmental attention, with promises of significant investment to renew aging structures. Veterans like Wolfgang, who witnessed the bridges being built decades ago, express deep skepticism about seeing timely repairs or replacements in their lifetimes.
The situation has become critical, with an estimated 4,000 autobahn bridges and 12,000 other road bridges needing immediate repair or replacement to prevent further catastrophes.
Wolfgang reflects on watching the bridge’s construction from his flat, expressing skepticism about seeing a new bridge built in his lifetime.
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