Günzburg

Bavaria, Germany

2024

Client: City of Günzburg

Infrastructure · Foot & Cycle

The Donausteg, Günzsteg, and Kappenzipfelsteg form a cohesive family of pedestrian and cycle bridges in Günzburg, unified by a shared design philosophy rooted in sustainability, material honesty, and contextual sensitivity. All three bridges use a refined palette of timber and natural stone - materials chosen for their inherently low environmental impact - while responding uniquely to their respective sites.

A bridge over a river with surrounding trees and landscape, shown in a minimalistic line drawing, architecture by MOXON Architects.

The Donausteg, the largest and most prominent, spans the Danube with a transparent arched form, acting as both a functional link and a visual landmark between the city and its northern recreational areas.

A modern curved pedestrian bridge over a river with trees in the background, featuring sleek design by MOXON Architects.

A bridge with an arched structure spans over water surrounded by trees, with a subtle landscape in the background, architecture by MOXON Architects.

A minimalist structural drawing of a bridge with an arched roof over water, surrounded by trees, titled 'architecture by MOXON Architects'.

Three-stage architectural model showing a structure with wooden and metal components, with a person for scale, architecture by MOXON Architects.

A bridge over a river with surrounding trees and buildings, landscape plan, architecture by MOXON Architects.

The Günzsteg offers a more intimate experience, bridging the Günz River while weaving through forested landscape. Its widened midspan encourages users to pause and enjoy views toward the Danube and its sister bridges.

A peaceful river scene with a modern bridge and trees in autumn colors, reflected in the water, architecture by MOXON Architects.

A minimalist landscape with trees, water, and a pathway, showing elevation changes, architecture by MOXON Architects.

Cross-section of a bridge over water with trees in the background, architectural design details, architecture by MOXON Architects.

Three-stage 3D rendering of a rooftop terrace with metal railing, stairs, and wooden deck, showing construction details; architecture by MOXON Architects.

A site plan showing buildings, trees, and a river, emphasizing the layout of the landscape; architecture by MOXON Architects.

The Kappenzipfelsteg is more urban in character, resolving complex elevational changes with a low-profile structure that functions as a continuation of the nearby hillside path.