The longest suspension bridge in the world. The world's longest pedestrian suspension bridge has opened in Germany. Skybridge - sky bridge

Modern architecture tries to keep up with ancient architecture not only in the beauty of its implementation, but also in the grandeur of its plans. This fully applies to suspension bridges, which are often built in the most inaccessible places and whose length can exceed a kilometer. This refers to the length of one span, and not the entire bridge structure in total.

1. Akashi-Kaikyo (1991 m, Japan)

Akashi-Kaikyo is the longest suspension bridge in the world, which spans the Akashi Strait and connects the city of Kobe, located on the island of Honshu, with the city of the same name located on the island of Awaji. It became the third highway connecting Shikoku and Honshu. Before the appearance of this bridge, a ferry service operated in the Akashi Strait, but it often turned out to be dangerous due to the fact that strong storms often occur in the strait. For example, in 1955 alone, 2 ferries sank here as a result of a storm, and 168 children became victims of this disaster.
At first, the Japanese wanted to build a double bridge - a road and a railway bridge, but in 1986, after the start of preparatory work, the project was reduced, leaving only a 6-lane road bridge. Construction actually began in 1988 and continued for a decade. First, two concrete foundations for the bridge pylons were installed at the bottom of the strait. Two huge round shapes were collected on the shore, after which they were sunk in the right places. This had to be done very accurately, fighting the strong current in the strait, but the installers coped with this task with honor, not allowing deviations of more than 10 cm. To build the bridge, they developed a special recipe for concrete that would not be carried away by sea water when poured.
The next important step was tensioning the cables. To do this, it was necessary to stretch a guide cable from one pylon to another, which was done using a helicopter. Both cables were stretched by 1995, after which it was time to prepare the roadway. But suddenly, on January 17, 1995, a strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.3 occurred in the Kobe area. The pylons successfully withstood it, but not the bottom of the strait, which shifted slightly, dragging one of the pylons with it by 1 meter. All calculations turned out to be violated. Engineers proposed making the roadway beams longer and increasing the distance between the cables hanging from the main cables. After a delay of only a month, construction work continued, and in 1998 the roadway was also ready.
The bridge cost the Japanese 500 billion yen, so the toll for crossing it turned out to be rather high - 2,300 yen. Every day 25,000 cars pass through it, although there are people who, in order to save money, still use the ferry or travel by bus.

2. Xihoumen (1650 m, China)

The Xihoumen Suspension Bridge was built between the Jintan and Tsezi Islands of the Chinese Zhoushan Archipelago. Its construction began in 2005. Its main span was built at the end of 2007, and at the end of 2009 the bridge was already operational in test mode, and then the first car drove across it. The length of the main span became the second in the world among suspended structures. Due to a collision between a ship and a bridge support, its opening was delayed by about a month. The total length of all elements of the bridge is 5.3 km, its main part is 2.6 km, and the main section is 1.65 km. Longer bridges are currently being designed or already under construction. The construction of the Xihoumen Bridge was financed by Zhejiang Province, which spent almost 2.5 billion yuan on it.

3. Great Belt (1624 m, Denmark)

The Great Belt suspension bridge in Denmark is amazing in its scale. It rightfully became the longest of its kind in Europe. The Great Belt Bridge passes over the strait of the same name and connects the islands of Zealand and Funen. Its construction began in 1988 and ended in 1998. The total cost of the project reached DKK 21.4 billion. After the bridge was put into operation, travel time between the islands was reduced by more than an hour, and freight and passenger traffic between the western and eastern parts of Denmark increased significantly. If previously up to 8,000 cars crossed the strait on the ferry every day, now 27,600 of them cross the bridge.
This bridge is of great importance for the whole of Denmark as a whole. Thanks to its appearance, the journey from the capital Copenhagen to different cities began to take much less time: to Odense - 75 minutes, to Aarhus - 2.5 hours, to Aalborg - about 4 hours. The presence of the bridge made it possible to abandon domestic air travel between the capital and Odense, Aalborg, Aarhus, and Esbjerg. Now the main transport on all these routes has become the train.
The Great Belt and Öresund bridges provided a land connection between Scandinavia and continental Europe. Since the bridge, there has been significantly more travel by car and train between eastern Denmark and Germany, Germany and Sweden. The Great Belt became the first and so far the only Danish toll road; in 2013, you could drive along it in a passenger car for 33 euros or 235 Danish kroner.

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4. Osman Gazi Bridge (1550 m, Türkiye)

In Turkey, the construction of the very long Osman Ghazi suspension bridge was completed in 2016. This bridge spans the Gulf of Izmit and carries the highway between the major Turkish cities of Bursa and Gebze. The total length of this bridge reaches 2682 m, and the main span is 1550 m. Construction began in 2013 and, despite the complexity of its design, the work took only about 3 years.

5. Lee Sunsin (1545 m, Republic of Korea)

On the southern coast of the Korean Peninsula, across the harbor separating the cities of Yeosu and Gwangyang, there is the Lee Sunsin suspension bridge, the main span of which is one of the ten longest similar structures in the world and is the leader in South Korea itself. The road leading to the Yeosu Industrial Complex runs along it. The bridge was named in honor of the Korean naval commander Lee Sunsin. The total length of the bridge is 2260 m. Construction began on it in 2007, and five years later cars began running across it.

6. Zhunyang (1490 m, China)

The Yangtze River in the Chinese province of Jiangsu is crossed by a complex bridge structure, the southern part of which is the Zhunyang Suspension Bridge. This place is located 45 kilometers east of Nanjing. In addition to the suspension bridge, the complex has a cable-stayed bridge located to the north. They are elements of the expressway connecting Beijing and Shanghai. The name of the bridge combines the beginnings of two names - Zhunzhou (now Zhenjiang) and Yangzhou.
When the Zhunyang Suspension Bridge was built in 2005, its 1,490-meter main span became the second longest in China and the fourth longest in the world. The bridge's pylons soar to a height of 215 meters, its width is 39.2 meters, its road surface accommodates 6 lanes for cars and two more narrow sidewalks along the edges of the bridge, intended for technical purposes. On average, the road surface of this bridge hangs 50 meters above the water surface.

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7. Fourth Nanjing Bridge (1418 m, China)

The fourth Nanjing Bridge spans the mighty Yangtze River and its tributary Baimiao. It connects two neighboring districts of the large city of Nanjing - Qixia and Luhe. In terms of the length of the main span, it took third place in China, and its total length reaches 5437 meters. The height of the main pylons of this suspension bridge reaches 229 meters. The bridge has two approaches, between which the main suspension span over the Yangtze bed is wedged. After this, the section above the land begins and another crossing of the river - now a tributary of the Baimiao.
For Jiangsu Province, the Fourth Nanjing Bridge was the first bridge with a suspension structure. Thanks to its appearance, the transport situation in such a huge city as Nanjing has been significantly simplified. It not only connected urban areas, but also connected expressways between Shanghai and Nanjing and between Nantong and Nanjing through the ring road. There are 6 traffic lanes on the bridge - three in each direction; cars can reach speeds of up to 125 kilometers per hour. The cost of this project reached 6.8 billion yuan.

8. Humber (1410 m, UK)

In England, near Kingston upon Hull, the fifth largest single-span suspension bridge in the world was built - the Humber. It spans the estuary of the Ouse and Trent rivers, on the southern bank of which is the town of Barton-on-Humber, and on the northern bank is Hessle. Thus the counties of North Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire were united. On average, 120,000 vehicles cross this bridge every week. A one-way fare for a car costs £2.70, and slightly more for lorries.

9. Sultan Selim Yavuz Bridge (1408 m, Türkiye)

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Construction of this bridge began in the spring of 2013 and was completed three years later, opening to traffic in August 2016. It became an integral part of the Northern Marmari ring road, which is currently under construction. It is distinguished by a combined design: in some places the canvas is supported by cables, in others cables are added to them, and the middle of the main span is suspended exclusively on cables. This bridge has become the widest suspension bridge in the world; its deck has 8 traffic lanes (4 in both directions), and in addition to them there are two more railway tracks. The bridge's pylons rose 322 meters, which is also a record high. Approximately $3 billion was spent on construction of the bridge.

10. Jiangyin (1385 m, China)

At the time of construction of this bridge, it was closest to the mouth of the Yangtze River, but later a couple more bridges were built downstream - the Shanghai Tunnel Bridge and the Sutong Bridge. The bridge is located in the middle of Jiangsu province and serves traffic on two national highways: on the east coast, the Tongjiang-Sanya Expressway, and on the west, the Beijing-Shanghai Expressway. In addition to six traffic lanes (3 in both directions), the bridge also has pedestrian sidewalks. The narrowest part of the river bed was chosen for its construction. The bridge deck rises 50 meters above the water.
The completion of the bridge coincided with the anniversary of the 50th anniversary of the Chinese Revolution of 1947. For Chinese designers, this bridge was the longest they had ever designed. The foundation of the bridge was laid in 1994, and its design and construction took less than three years. The bridge's pylons are 190 meters high (the height of a 60-story skyscraper). The main span of the bridge is a steel plate with a smooth bend. In total, over 2.7 billion yuan were spent on the construction of the bridge, and its grand opening took place on September 28, 1999.

The greatest suspension bridge in Sochi is located in the skypark, which can be found by driving to the Adlersky district. Many exciting adventures await you here.

Uniqueness of the place

The Akhshtyrskoye Gorge is dizzying and enchants with its height, causing adrenaline to flow through your veins. This is a completely new building, as it began operating in the summer of 2014. Many city guests first of all want to visit the suspension bridge in Sochi. How to get there? You need to drive from Adler along the road that leads to Krasnaya Polyana. You will pass such villages as Golitsyno, as well as Kazachiy Brod. The area's trout farm is located nearby. A little lower you can see the Krasnopolyanskoe highway, a rather old road.

When you get to the place where the suspension bridge is located in Sochi, a lot of interesting and exciting things will open up before you. It takes your breath away when you look from a height into a gorge of enormous depth that opens up below. There are picturesque sparkling waters of the Mzymta River here.

The longest suspension bridge on the planet can give you an incomparable experience. The length of this structure is 439 meters. You will be at an altitude of 207 m. Another interesting place is the large cave that can be seen on the right.

Development

How did such a wonderful suspension pedestrian bridge appear on the territory of the resort town? Copyright and ideas for creation were brought to this territory by a guest from New Zealand who is interested in travel and extreme sports. His name is Alan Hackert.

The Akhshtyrskoye Gorge is just one of the picturesque places where this man realized his grandiose plans. He put his hand to buildings in Australia, worked in France and China, and created in Germany. Its activities began in 1986. Since the time his brand of attractions were built under Alan’s leadership, more than 3.5 billion people have already managed to take an exciting leap into the abyss and fly back up.

The suspension bridge in Sochi, just like other ideas of the author, allows the heart to freeze from the rush of feelings. The most interesting thing is that even people with disabilities have the opportunity to jump. So, thanks to this development, a person who essentially spends his entire life in a chair can do something that thousands of healthy people do not dare to do. Skypark (Sochi) was developed under the direct supervision of the inventor Hackett, so all his developments and tricks were taken into account.

You can jump to an astonishing depth of 207 meters. The suspension bridge in Sochi has a system with which you can perform bungee jumping. To go through the entire structure, you will need to overcome 520 m. The depth of 218 m is captivating and captivating.

There are observation decks for admiring the environment. The sea and rocky mountains will open up to your eyes. The suspension bridge in Sochi is supported by eight metal cables, weighing a total of 700 tons. The weight of the structure itself is 120 tons. The suspended part is 439 m in length. Even in the event of a magnitude 9 earthquake, the skypark (Sochi) will withstand and not shake. There is no analogue to this structure in the whole world. Three thousand people can climb it at the same time. Due to its uniqueness, it was decided to include the structure in the Guinness Book of Records.

Great opportunities

Once here, you can go on a freestyle bungee, where there is a special platform for you, from which people enthusiastically fall into the abyss 69 meters deep. The design took into account the need to provide the ability to perform a variety of tricks. You can jump in tandem, on a bicycle, performing a complex technique. They are actively developing to provide greater opportunities for people with disabilities.

There is a more serious platform from where you can fall down to a depth of 207 m. You will jump from a gondola, which is located in the middle of the bridge. There are no analogues to this attraction both in Russia and in Europe. Before launch, the construction was tested many times and strength and reliability tests were carried out.

There is a lot of interesting things here

In addition, you can go to the Sochi Swing, launched in 2014, in August. You will find yourself in free flight as you fly in the opposite direction, around an arc with a radius of 170 meters. There is no taller structure like this in the world.

There is also a Mowgli rope park. Nearby you can go to a museum where you will learn a lot of new and interesting things about bungee jumping. There is also a Mega Troll, which will allow you to fly through the gorge, picking up a speed of 150 kilometers per hour. This development was launched in the summer of 2015. It is very popular with those who are too stressed by long walks and who want to return to the bridge this way.

Strong cables are stretched, having lengths of 550 and 800 meters, respectively. Those who have tried this method of obtaining vivid emotions say that they have never felt anything like this before and would not refuse to let the adrenaline run through their veins again.

Continuous improvements

Developments do not stop; they create more and more interesting things. The climbing wall is already operational. You can become a visitor to a restaurant complex, a large amphitheater, which will be located on the very edge of the abyss.

The climbing wall, rising 18 meters and covering an area of ​​1200 square meters, can accommodate both experienced professionals and novice adventurers. In addition, nearby you will be able to park your car, go to a cozy cafe, stay in a quality hotel, or go up to the platform to view the surrounding area. 3 thousand people can visit the park every day.

Safety system

Of course, when it comes to extreme recreation, especially on such a scale, it is extremely useful to think about ensuring that no one gets injured. The ropes are not used for too long. This bungee jumping device is being replaced after it has depleted a third of its resources. Before jumping, tests are carried out by dropping loads weighing 75 and 105 kg.

This operation is performed by an experienced instructor. Participants are weighed and a suspension system is selected. The whole process takes about five minutes. The usual type of fastening is applied at the ankles, and the second type is attached to the belt. The second instructor will definitely check everything before you are allowed to jump.

Then, using a cable, a special mechanism is lowered, which grips the fastening device attached to the rope. After the jump is completed, you are pulled up for 30 seconds.

Indescribable emotions

This place gives a lot of impressions to everyone who comes here. The length of the transition is amazing; your head is simply spinning with delight. Skybridge is a place that you will not find analogues in many countries of the world. Under the building a gorge and a beautiful river open up, which beckons with its charming sparkle. This is a true pearl of the Adler district and the entire city of Sochi.

Walking across the 439-meter bridge, you will feel something new and hitherto unknown, casting your gaze at a depth of 218 m. From the joint efforts of the Russians and the New Zealand creator, a simply stunning development has emerged, capable of impressing everyone with its scale and splendor.

Over the course of two years, major work was carried out on the construction of this facility. 2 thousand cubic meters of concrete were used. The tests were successful, and the skypark received permission to operate. It was recognized as absolutely safe and well-built. If disabled people can make a jump here, it is clear what degree of comfort and safety we are talking about for visitors. No earthquake can destroy the structure.

For tourists, this is an excellent holiday destination where you can explore on foot. The panoramas are amazing. The entertainment here will fill you with vivid emotions for a long time. Elastic ropes for jumping are at your disposal. The administration plans to expand the services to skis and snowboards, which you can jump on. There is an emphasis on tandem stunts and serving people with disabilities.

The world's longest pedestrian bridge will allow you to admire the Swiss Alps. Traveling across the Charles Kuonen Bridge will take at least 10 minutes, during which you will enjoy magnificent views of snow-capped mountain peaks. This attraction is definitely not for the faint of heart, but for lovers of heights and thrills, this bridge will come in handy.

While there are already many ways to enjoy the beauty of the Swiss Alps, the discovery of the world's longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Switzerland takes this adventure to a whole new level! Stretching almost 500 meters, the suspension bridge opened in Rand near the city of Zermatt, becoming one of the most beautiful pedestrian bridges in the world.

The Charles Kuonen suspension bridge stretches across the valley, which connects Grächen with the popular ski resort of Zermatt. The bridge has already become the most exciting tourist destination in the region. If you're brave enough to take the 10-minute walk across the bridge, you'll also get breathtaking views of the mountains, including the world-famous Matterhorn.

It took Swissrope about 10 weeks to build the longest suspension bridge in the world. Construction began after a landslide damaged a previous bridge in the region. Before the Charles Kuonen Bridge, the longest pedestrian bridge in the world was the Dragon Cliff Skywalk in China with a length of 430 meters and a glass bottom.

And while it's not the tallest bridge in the world, it's definitely a technological masterpiece overlooking a deep valley where you can admire the breathtaking Swiss landscape. If you love adrenaline, thrills and edge treks, then the Charles Kuonen Bridge in the Swiss Alps is a place you should definitely add to your Switzerland itinerary. We hope your trip will be exciting and memorable for a lifetime!

The longest pedestrian suspension bridge was opened in Germany, which surpassed the 439-meter long Sochi bridge in the Akhshtyr Gorge. The new record holder is located above the Rappbode River valley, its length is 483 meters, MDR reports.

The world's longest pedestrian suspension bridge "Titan RT" | Photo: mdr.de / MITTELDEUTSCHER RUNDFUNK

The grand opening of the world's longest suspended pedestrian bridge, Titan RT, took place on Sunday.

The bridge was built in the German Harz region near the largest dam in Germany with a height of 106 meters. With the help of which in the 1950s a lake was formed, one of the main drinking reservoirs of Germany. Nearby is Mount Brocken, described by Goethe in the tragedy “Faust”.

According to the builders, it has now become the longest such pedestrian bridge in the world.

Pedestrian bridge "Titan RT" | Photo: mdr.de / MDR/Rainer Knoblauch

The opening of the Titan RT bridge in the federal state of Saxony-Anhalt was preceded by five years of calculations and engineering work.

“I feel a resolution, because it took so long. This is the longest bridge of its type. I really hope people leave with smiles on their faces,” said operator Maik Berke.

The bridge's cables are embedded in the rock on both sides and are tensioned with a force of 947 tons. Thanks to this, up to 210 people can be on the suspended structure at the same time.

Titan RT Bridge | Photo: mdr.de / MDR/Rainer Knoblauch

You can walk across this pedestrian suspension bridge "Titan RT" at a height of one hundred meters above the valley of the Rappbode river, a tributary of the Saale.

The 1.30 high bridge railings are additionally protected by a mesh made of stainless wire. Thanks to this, with good shoes and a sufficient supply of courage, extreme sports enthusiasts will be able to move across the bridge without special equipment.

There is also a bungee jumping area. Extreme sports enthusiasts will be able to make rope jumps from a height of 75 meters from the bridge.

The Titan RT Bridge will be open daily from 10.00 to 22.00.

Tickets cost 6 euros for adults, 4 euros for children.

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The recent construction of a suspension bridge in Switzerland from the Glacier 3000 peak to the Scex Rouge peak is another example of how these structures are increasingly being designed not just to overcome difficult obstacles, but also to provide thrills.

This article will help you closely study the Swiss innovation and see other amazing structures scattered across different parts of the world.

Walk along the slopes of the Titlis Mountains (Switzerland, Bernese Oberland)

The world's first pedestrian suspension bridge connected two mountain peaks of the 3000-meter-high Titlis Mountains in Switzerland in the town of Berner Oberland. From the observation deck of the 107-meter wonder you can admire views of Montbalan, Metterhorn, Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau.

SkyBridge (Russia, Sochi)

The world's longest pedestrian bridge has become a new attraction in the city of Sochi. It has platforms for fans of bungee jumping (jumping from a height on a cable), a giant swing and a 700-meter cable car. Here you can not only engage in extreme sports, but also enjoy breathtaking views of the Black Sea.

Pic du Midi (France, Mont Blanc)

The bridge connects the northern and southern peaks of the Pca du Midi in the French Alps. The road to suspended perfection includes the world's highest vertical lift on a cable car. From the bridge, visitors will be able to see the mountain ranges of three countries: France, Switzerland and Italy.

Bamboo suspension bridge (Philippines, Bohol)

Its structure is not at all as fragile as it might seem. In fact, it is made of metal, and only the top layer of cables was decorated with bamboo to give the structure a historical look. On the bank of the river, above which the building rises, there is a stall where they sell hats, like those of the famous Indiana Jones. Having transformed into a hero, you can feel like a real treasure hunter.

Bridge in Taman Negara (Malaysia)

Malaysia's longest (530 meters) and narrowest bridge is located in Taman Negara National Park and passes over the treetops. For the peace of mind of visitors, this delicate structure is tested for strength every morning.

Capilano (Canada, Vancouver)

This wonderful suspended structure is called Capilano and stretches for 137 meters above the river. It was designed by a Scottish engineer named George Grant MacKay in 1889, but was completely redesigned 67 years later. The adrenaline attraction is very popular among locals and tourists; it attracts 700 thousand guests every year.

Gasa Suspension Bridge (Nepal)

The air structure is in great demand not only among people, but also among domestic animals: donkeys, cows and goats. Actually, it was built for the movement of cattle so that they do not create interference on the narrow roads of Nepal.

Thrift Bridge (Switzerland, Gadmen)

The Swiss walking wonder floats in the air above the lake of the same name and allows tourists to see the glacier. The length of the structure is 170 meters, and the structure takes its base from traditional Nepalese rope bridges.

Royal Path (Spain)

El Caminito del Rey stretches over the El Choro gorge. Perhaps a walk along such a “bridge” will be the most extreme pastime. The path is only a meter wide and rises more than 100 meters above the river. Despite the danger, the trail has won the hearts of many travelers, and major renovations have brought a new wave of people wanting a fantastic experience.

Maria Bridge (Germany, Bavaria)

This hanging wonder of Marienbrücke is located just a few meters from the beautiful Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria above the Pellat gorge. The suspended structure was named after Maria, the wife of King Maximilian II and the mother of King Louis II, who built the fortress.
Louis II wanted the castle and the bridge to fit together better, so he replaced the wooden railings with iron ones.

Carrick-a-Rede (Northern Ireland, County Antrim)