Built in 1913, the bridge is 270 meters long. When it was opened, it was one of the most magnificent structures of its kind in Austria-Hungary. In April 1941, Adolf Hitler and his entourage crossed the Old Bridge after the conquest of the city.

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The main bridge was built between 1909 and 1913 and the opening ceremony took place on August 23, 1913. The new bridge replaced the old wooden Drava Bridge, which until …

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October 23, 2025

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Beautiful contrast between the Early 20th century stone and steel construction ("old bridge ") and post modern and almost invisible wooden pedestrian bridge at its foot.

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1. Maribor Castle – Plague Column (Maribor) loop from Maribor

5.30km

01:24

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2. Plague Column (Maribor) – Maribor Castle loop from Maribor

5.70km

01:30

50m

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3. Plague Column (Maribor) – Maribor Island Bridge loop from Maribor Tabor

8.46km

02:11

50m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Maribor, Podravska, Slovenia

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Cycle and pedestrian bridge over the Drava

1. Maribor Castle – Plague Column (Maribor) loop from Maribor

2. Plague Column (Maribor) – Maribor Castle loop from Maribor

3. Plague Column (Maribor) – Maribor Island Bridge loop from Maribor Tabor

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