Heavier Vehicles on Josef-Kardinal-Frings Bridge in Dusseldorf Now under Radar Surveillance for Weights Exceeding 7.5 Tonnes
New Speed and Weigh Camera Installed on Düsseldorf's Josef-Kardinal-Frings Bridge
Drivers crossing Düsseldorf's Josef-Kardinal-Frings Bridge should be aware of stricter traffic regulations, as a new speed and weigh camera has been installed to monitor and enforce these rules.
The camera, which began operation on Monday, June 30th, uses laser measurement (Lidar) to calculate the speed and outer dimensions (height, length, and width) of vehicles, ensuring compliance with speed limits and weight restrictions.
German traffic laws apply standardized penalties for speeding, with fines starting at €30 for minor speeding inside the city and escalating with the degree of violation. For example, speeding up to 10 km/h over the limit results in fines of €30, while exceeding the limit by 11-15 km/h incurs a €50 fine (urban area), no points. Higher violations can lead to fines up to €800, points on the driver’s license, and driving bans depending on the excess and urban or non-urban context[1][2].
Regarding weight limits, the Josef-Kardinal-Frings Bridge has a reduced total weight limit of 7.5 tons due to specific bearing damage and poor overall condition. Exact fine details for weight violations on this bridge were not found in the search results, but it is expected that overweight vehicles will face penalties to prevent damage and ensure safety on the bridge.
Before fines are issued, any exceptions will be checked. Companies in industry, business, or logistics that are directly affected by the changes have been informed in advance.
The current work is part of a larger renovation project, with further maintenance measures for the supporting structure of the bridge planned for the coming years. Since August 2024, Straßen.NRW has been partially renovating the bridge in the direction of Düsseldorf, including road surfaces, sealings, drainage facilities, and repairs to concrete road plates and protective facilities.
From the end of April 2025, traffic has been reversed to continue similar work on the roadway in the direction of Neuss. A detour via the A57 / A46 (Fleher Bridge) is in place for vehicles traveling southbound, while traffic of approximately 50,000 vehicles daily has been rerouted via the Rhine Railway to the northern half of the bridge for the renovation work.
The city of Düsseldorf is also installing a new silhouette speed camera on Monday, June 30th. The current work is scheduled to be completed by spring 2026.
It is essential for drivers to be aware of these changes and adjust their travel plans accordingly to avoid fines and ensure a smooth journey.
[1] German traffic fines and penalties [2] German traffic fines and penalties for speeding
Financing from the automotive industry might have been sought by the city of Düsseldorf to fund the installation of the new speed and weigh camera on Josef-Kardinal-Frings Bridge, given the potential increase in revenue from traffic fines. The installation of the camera, along with the ongoing renovation project on the bridge, is expected to improve transportation safety and adherence to traffic regulations in the finance sector.
