Germany faces a critical infrastructure challenge as thousands of bridges across the country are in dire need of repair.

Despite a €500 billion fund allocated for infrastructure, progress remains slow due to bureaucratic hurdles and unclear funding distribution.

Recent closures, like Berlin's A100 bridge, highlight the urgency, disrupting daily commutes and increasing transport costs.

Experts argue that outdated planning processes and a lack of long-term financial frameworks hinder efficient repairs.

While the construction industry is ready to act, calls for streamlined regulations and faster decision-making grow louder.

The ongoing Verkehrsministerkonferenz in Nuremberg aims to address these issues, but concrete solutions are yet to emerge.