History: In 1871 the first bridge over the Ren River was built. The structure was 30 years later due to poor maintenance in such a decaying state that the construction of the new bridge was cheaper than the renovation of the old one. In 1901, a new bridge was built on the pillars of the old bridge and with its structural wood. Until 1975, this bridge was the only connection between the municipalities of Vaduz and Sevelen (6 tonnes capacity), and today it is intended only for pedestrians and cyclists. As the last wooden bridge between Liechtenstein and Switzerland, and at the same time the last wooden bridge above Lake Boden, it falls under the monument-protection of both countries.
Renovation: As part of the renovation in 2008-2010, the foundations were replaced by a new concrete base and wooden yoke and rebuilt damaged structural wood. Wood panelling, a roof, lighting, a fire extinguisher and an automatic water extinguishing device have been restored. The implementation of the remediation was a political challenge which required the participation of a number of offices and political bodies. Vaduz, which had the bigger part of expenses, dealt the jobs under the Liechtenstein laws. By contrast, the construction site was subject to (largely the same) regulations of both countries.
