Green Party gains halt the Mosel bridge project

These prime vineyard sites in the Middle Mosel were to get this $500 million bridge:

But now it will remain like this…

…thanks to Green Party gains at the recent state elections. Read more.

Raise a glass of Kabinett!

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4 Responses to “Green Party gains halt the Mosel bridge project”


  1. Terrific News Dr Vino!


  2. Well at least there is still some sanity somewhere in the world!


  3. Please be aware that this is only a temporary stop for the 5 weeks of coalition talks. We still have the final battle on our hands, and we will need your help.

    Here is a brand new petition – directly addressing the politicians in Rheinland-Pfalz who will be making the tough decision whether to continue. Please sign and spread:
    http://www.b50neu.de/epetition/index.html
    (An English translation of the main text will appear in a day or two.)


  4. Perhaps a tunnel???
    I am a fan of riesling wine and it is terrific news that there is a halt to reassess. Still, it is difficult to stand in the way of “progress.” How about a tunnel? It would reduce the impact that a bridge would cause, and it will allow traffic to move along just as well. Just a thought…


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