The bridge replaces older, less accessible crossing methods in this section of the Iller valley.
It is a key segment of the 'Iller-Radweg', a long-distance cycling route that runs from the Alps to the Danube.
The bridge deck is made of timber planks, which can become slippery during wet weather or winter conditions.
The suspension design allows the bridge to remain above the flood line of the Iller River, which can experience significant fluctuations in water level.
The Iller-Hängebrücke Altusried is a suspension bridge spanning the Iller River near the town of Altusried in the Allgäu region of Bavaria. It serves as a vital pedestrian and cyclist crossing, connecting the local hiking and biking trail network on both river banks. The structure is constructed with steel cables and a wooden deck, designed to accommodate non-motorized traffic. It is situated within a forested ravine, providing a direct passage across the river without the need for detours to motorized road bridges. The bridge is part of the extensive regional path system used for recreation and commuting between districts. The environment around the bridge remains largely natural, characterized by steep, wooded slopes along the Iller. It functions primarily as a piece of functional infrastructure that also offers scenic views of the river flow.
From the river bank directly below the bridge to capture the suspension cables against the forest canopy.
Wear sturdy walking shoes as the surrounding path network can be uneven or muddy.
Combine your visit with a longer hike or bike ride along the marked river trails.
Check local weather reports, as the area is exposed and can be windy on the bridge deck.
Attempting to drive a motor vehicle toward the bridge; access is strictly restricted to pedestrian and cycle paths.
Cyclists should dismount when the bridge is crowded; keep to the right to allow oncoming pedestrians to pass.
