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German family's caravan nearly falls off Krk Bridge in Croatia due to hurricane winds

27.04.2026 03:53 10 min 21 sources
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German family's caravan nearly falls off Krk Bridge in Croatia due to hurricane winds
© Blesk.cz

On the bridge connecting the Croatian island of Krk to the mainland, wind gusts lifted a caravan with a Bavarian family and tilted it over a 40–70 meter abyss. The incident caused a multi-kilometer traffic jam and sparked criticism of both the driver and bystanders who filmed instead of helping

Incident on Krk Bridge

On April 1, 2026 (some sources report April 6), a dramatic incident occurred on Krk Bridge in Croatia: a squall lifted the caravan towed by a German tourist from Bavaria. The caravan tilted and hung over the bridge railing at a height of 40 to 70 meters, according to various reports. The front wheels of the towing vehicle rose 10–20 cm. The driver stated that the caravan was held only by the hitch and that the weight of two motorcycles in the van helped prevent a fall.

Circumstances and contradictions

  • Wind speed: sources range from 140 km/h to 192 km/h (bora wind).
  • Driving ban: reports indicate the bridge was closed to caravans and trailers due to the storm. The driver claims he did not see warning signs.
  • Timeline: most Croatian and Italian media date the event to April 1, 2026 (around 14:30), while German outlets report April 4–6.

Aftermath and reaction

Traffic on the bridge was completely halted for about 1.5 hours. Rescue services removed the caravan, after which traffic resumed. No physical injuries were reported, but the driver mentioned psychological trauma. He also criticized passing motorists who filmed the incident instead of offering help. Online, the driver faced accusations of ignoring the driving ban.

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