Breathtaking suspension bridge: Highwalk in Rotenburg already attracts 45,000 visitors!

Breathtaking suspension bridge: Highwalk in Rotenburg already attracts 45,000 visitors!

in Rotenburg an der Fulda is a new destination in close proximity: the suspension bridge Highwalk. Since its opening in December, the two-long pedestrian suspension bridge in Germany, with an impressive 617 meters in length and a height of up to 60 meters, attracted numerous visitors. According to hessenschau already have about 45,000 People visited the bridge that spans the Kottenbach valley and connects the Rodenberg Alm to the Hangwald am Teufelsberg.

The bridge has a construction that consists of 84 tons of steel and 54 tons of wearing ropes and was built by a specialized Swiss company in just nine months. A maximum of 600 pedestrians can stay on the bridge at the same time while you can enjoy the thrill at a lofty height. GA Pylone comes from.

accessibility and visitor information

The journey to the Highwalk is well regulated: by car you can reach Heinz-Meise-Straße via Kasseler Strasse and to the Kottenbach parking lot. It is also possible to travel by public transport - from Rotenburg the bus 303 goes to the Rodenberg stop. The bridge is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., whereby it is extended by two hours in the evening. At dusk and darkness, the bridge shines in a special light.

For a visit, guests should plan the ticket prices of 9.50 euros for adults (from 14 years) and 7.50 euros for children (7 to 13 years). Younger children come in free of charge. The tickets can either be purchased without cash on machines at the entrances, or cash is also accepted in Rodenberg-Alm. Please note: Dogs and other pets are not allowed on the bridge and it is not barrier -free.

A look into the future

Those responsible are optimistic and strive for 150,000 visitors in the first year. However, the managing director is satisfied with 45,000 visitors in the first half of the year alone. The hope is great that the Highwalk will not only attract adventurers, but also boost local tourism and accommodation in the region. The total costs for the bridge amounted to around 4.5 million euros that were privately financed, with the Göbel hotels and local politicians support.

Compared to the highwalk, the longest suspension bridge in Germany, the Skywalk in Willingen, 665 meters and a height of 100 meters is ahead. This was opened in July 2023 and is also very popular. Nevertheless, the highwalk remains a unique experience for everyone who is looking for the thrill in nature.