Marko Feingold, for whom the bridge is named, survived four different concentration camps during the Holocaust.
The bridge was renamed in a ceremony on July 14, 2020, to coincide with what would have been Feingold’s 107th birthday.
The weight of the thousands of padlocks attached by tourists has periodically raised structural and maintenance concerns for city engineers.
The original footbridge at this site, the Müllnersteg, dated back to 1905 before being replaced by the current structure in 2001.
The bridge features a specific design choice to prevent vibration, a common issue in its 20th-century predecessors.
The Marko-Feingold-Steg is a pedestrian bridge crossing the Salzach River in Salzburg, connecting the Mülln district with the Mirabell Gardens area. Originally known as the Makartsteg, the bridge was officially renamed in 2020 to honor the late Holocaust survivor and former president of the Salzburg Jewish Community, Marko Feingold. The structure is a steel truss bridge built in 2001 to replace the previous iron footbridge. It serves as a primary pedestrian thoroughfare between the modern parts of the city and the historic Altstadt. The bridge is famous for the thousands of 'love locks' attached to its wire mesh fencing by couples. It provides unobstructed views of the Hohensalzburg Fortress and the Salzach riverbanks. The design incorporates a distinct zig-zagged layout that creates viewing alcoves for pedestrians. It remains a focal point for city infrastructure and local cultural memory.
The center of the bridge facing south toward the Hohensalzburg Fortress.
Visit during the golden hour to capture the sunset reflecting off the Salzach River toward the fortress.
Be mindful of local cyclists, as the bridge is a high-traffic route for commuters.
Do not lean heavily on the fencing, as the thousands of heavy padlocks can be sharp or cause the mesh to snag clothing.
