Black ice triggers multi-vehicle crashes on Bremen's Stephanibrücke Bridge
Black ice caused a series of crashes on Stephanibrücke Bridge in Bremen early on March 27, 2026. Three separate accidents involved eight vehicles, leading to partial closures and traffic delays. Emergency services responded quickly to the scene. The incidents happened around 5:00 AM when slippery conditions led to collisions between seven cars and one truck. A 35-year-old passenger was taken to hospital as a precaution, though no serious injuries were reported.
The bridge was shut in both directions for nearly three hours while police investigated. Traffic built up significantly, causing delays for morning commuters. Crews spread grit on the road before it reopened shortly after 8:00 AM. Records show no previous ice-related accidents on this stretch of the bridge in the past five years. The last documented incidents before these were in 2021, making this a rare occurrence.
The bridge has since reopened, and no further accidents have been reported. Authorities treated the road to prevent additional hazards. The morning's events disrupted travel but resulted in only minor injuries.
