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View of the Sint Servaasbrug

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April 17, 2025

This is the Sint Servaasbrug. There is no bridge with the name Sint Nikolaas. The sculpture on the bridge, the oldest in the Netherlands, also represents Sint Servaas.

It was not until 1932 that the Maasbrug, as the bridge was called, was officially named the St. Servatiusbrug and it is obvious that during the thorough and umpteenth restoration in 1934, the bridge would be enriched with a statue of the City Patron. That is how artist Charles Vos was commissioned by Rijkswaterstaat to make a statue of St. Servatius.

The statue, made of sandstone, was carved in the studio of Charles Vos in the old Bonnefanten barracks and is approximately three meters high and stands on the south side of the bridge, which is separate from the lifting tower, at a distance of 10 cm.

St. Servatius, leaning on his staff and his right hand raised in blessing, is flanked on the right by a monk with a key, which the Saint received from St. Peter according to a legend. On the left is the armorial bearer of the city of Maastricht with a coat of arms. Behind the statue, against the wall of the building that stood on the St. Servatius bridge, are three more heads of the bishops, St. Lambertus, St. Monulphus and St. Gondulphus, carved by Charles Vos, these are no longer present after the house was demolished. The whole thing stands on a pedestal, which rests on one of the mighty eastern pillars of the St. Servatius bridge. Exploiting all possibilities, Charles Vos has achieved a beautiful piece of work with this.

In 1959, the St. Servatius building association had a copy of the statue made by Sjef Eymael. This is located on the corner of the Kakeberg and the Tongersestraat.

Source: mestreechtersteerke.nl/pag-Servaasbeeld-op-brug.htm

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Stephan N

7 days ago

The oldest bridge in Holland, but not Maastricht's. Looking south, you'll see a pillar with a statue on the Maastricht waterfront, marking the spot where the Roman bridge once stood. The Sint Servaasbrug (Servatius Bridge) replaced it and has since been rebuilt, renovated, bombed, blown up, and rebuilt many times... but the core remains!

A wooden arch on the Wyck side was demolished during wartime, and the stone replacement was blown up; finally, it was a steel section that was blown up in 1940 and 1944.

The current steel section can be raised when large barges need to pass. This is remotely controlled; the bridge keeper's house (tower) is artistically filled.

Source:

visitmaastricht.com/de/standorte/1335944557/sint-servaasbrug-servatiusbrucke

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Stephan N

7 days ago

Built between 1280 and 1298, the Sint Servatius Bridge replaced an earlier bridge that had collapsed in 1275. The bridge was commissioned by the Chapter of Sint-Servatius and named after Saint Servatius, Bishop of Maastricht in the 4th century. Originally known as the Maasbrug, it was only renamed in honor of Saint Servatius in 1932. Its historical significance is underscored by its status as a national monument, ensuring its preservation for future generations.

The construction of the Sint Servatius Bridge was a massive undertaking in the 13th century, requiring considerable resources and manpower. Funding for this ambitious project was secured in part by an indulgence granted in 1284 by nineteen bishops in Orvieto, Italy. The bridge was designed with nine stone arches and a wooden section on the wyck side, which could be easily dismantled in the event of an attack. City gates and guardhouses were located at both ends of the bridge, enhancing its defensive capabilities.

Over the centuries, the bridge underwent numerous repairs and rebuilding. In the 17th century, the city of Maastricht assumed responsibility for its maintenance, resulting in significant restorations. The bridge's arches and piers were rebuilt using innovative techniques developed by the renowned Dominican architect Franciscus Romanus. These efforts ensured the bridge's structural integrity and enabled it to stand the test of time.

With the advent of the industrial age, the Sint Servaasbrug brought new challenges and changes. Increasing traffic and the need for modernization led to several adaptations. In 1827, the wooden section was replaced with a stone arch, and in 1836, the stone parapets were replaced with cast iron railings to widen the sidewalks. Towards the end of the 19th century, the adjacent streets were widened to accommodate the growing traffic volume.

At the beginning of the 20th century, the bridge was threatened with demolition because it was unable to cope with modern traffic demands. However, public protests led to its preservation and a comprehensive restoration between 1932 and 1934.

Source:

mycityhunt.de/standorte/maastricht-nl-10366/poi/sankt-servatiusbruecke-51113

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