The most beautiful pedestrian bridges in the world
Walking along these picturesque bridges, you can admire the stunning views and amazing landscapes that open from them. We invite you to a virtual journey!
1. Peak Walk, Switzerland. This stunning suspension bridge, 107 meters long, connects two peaks of the Swiss Alps — peak Scex Rouge and Glacier 3000 — at an altitude of ... 3000 meters. (Photo by DENIS BALIBOUSE/Newscom/Reuters).
2. 280-meter bridge in the form of human DNA — this can only be seen in Singapore. In the evening, computer-controlled lighting gives the Helix Bridge an incredible atmosphere. (Photo by Suhaimi Abdullah/Getty Images).
3. The Carrick-a-Reed cable-stayed bridge in Ireland, built by local fishermen, stretches right over a 30-meter chasm. (Photo: LOCOG/Getty Images).
4. The Trift Bridge in Switzerland is the longest suspension pedestrian bridge in the Alps. It is located above the Triftze Lake, and its length is 170 meters. (Photo: Urs Flueeler/AP Photo).
5. Benson Bridge in the USA. A 14-meter bridge was built over Multnomah Falls in Oregon. (Photo by Wolfgang Kaehler/LightRocket/Getty Images).
6. Henderson Wave Bridge in Singapore. The undulating 275-meter bridge over Henderson Road is equipped with a very beautiful LED illumination. (Photo by TIM CHONG/Newscom/Reuters).
7. The suspension bridge, which is called "Over the treetops", is located in the Valley of the Giants, in Australia. This amazing bridge was built to allow visitors to Walpole-Nornalup National Park in Perth could walk and admire the crowns of giant eucalyptus trees. (Photo: REX Features).
8. The Millennium Bridge in Gateshead, England. This is the world's first tilting bridge over the River Tyne, which has been awarded many architectural awards. Locals are happy to use it for hiking and cycling from Gateshead to Newcastle. (Photo: Stu Forster/Getty Images).
9. Langkawi Sky Bridge, Malaysia. Located 700 meters above sea level, a curved bridge leads to the top of Gunung Mat Chinchang. From the bridge, which is 125 meters long, there is a breathtaking view of the Andaman Sea. (Photo: UIG /Getty Images).
10. Capilano Suspension Bridge in Canada. Built in 1889, the bridge is located at an altitude of 70 meters directly above the Capilano River, and it seems that it lies on the treetops of a virgin forest. (Photo: Rich Wheater/Aurora Photos/Corbis).
11. The large Kokonoe "Yume" suspension Bridge in Japan is currently the longest suspension bridge in the world. Its length is 390 meters and its height is 173 meters. From the bridge there are stunning views of the Shindonotaki Waterfalls and the surrounding Kyusuikei forests. (Photo: UIG /Getty Images).
12. Cherapunji Root Bridge in India. This is the most amazing natural bridge in the world, which was made by the Khasi tribe. The roots of the surrounding rubber trees were directed by local residents in such a way that over time they formed strong, natural bridges that could hold 50 people. (Photo by Amos Chapple/Getty Images).
13. The Bridge of Peace in Georgia. The arched bridge, designed by the Italian architect Michel De Lucchi, is located above the Kura River in Tbilisi. The construction of the bridge was made in Italy and transported to the construction site on 200 trucks. (Photo by David Sucsy/Getty Images).
14. Sonimge Bridge in South Korea. This arched bridge over the Jeongjeon Waterfall on Jeju Island is decorated with 14 statues of nymphs who play various musical instruments. (Photo: Jupiterimages/Getty Images).
15. Nesciobrug in Netherlands. It is the longest pedestrian and bicycle bridge in Europe. Its length is 780 meters. The bridge passes over Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal and will connect two districts: Amsterdam-Oost and IJburg. (Photo by Richard Wareham Fotografie/Getty Images).
16. Stone bridge in Spain. The Stone Bridge is the only road connecting the island of San Juan de Gastelugache with the mainland. A bridge running over the ocean leads to a hermitage with a small church. (Photo: Getty Images).
17. Women's Bridge in Argentina. The inspiration for the shape of the bridge, designed by architect Santiago Calatrava, was the movements of a couple dancing a tango. The 160-meter bridge is located over the Rio de la Plata in Buenos Aires. (Photo: Diego Giudice/Bloomberg).
18. Tree Top Canopy Walk, Malaysia. The 300-meter bridge is located in the middle of the treetops of a tropical forest on the island of Borneo. It is equipped with an observation deck from which you can admire the forest, which is ... more than 130 million years old. (Photo by Andrea Pistolesi/Getty Images).
19. Royal Gorge Bridge in the USA. Built in 1929, the 385-meter bridge over the Arkansas River, in Colorado, is one of the most popular attractions in the region. The Royal Gorge Bridge, 305 meters high, was the tallest bridge in the world from 1929 to 2001. (Photo: David Zalubowski/AP Photo).
20. Tigbao suspension bridge in the Philippines. The bridge looks as if it is about to fall apart, however, this is only an appearance. Hanging at a height of 25 meters above the Lobok River, the bridge is made of metal. Bamboo trim is just the outer layer of the structure. (Photo: OTHK/Getty Images).
21. Rialto Bridge in Venice. It is one of the most famous bridges in the world and a very popular attraction. The Rialto Bridge, which is located directly above the Grand Canal, was originally made of wood. The present stone structure was built in 1588-1591 under the supervision of architect Antonio da Ponte. (Photo: Manuel Silvestri/Reuters).
22. Chengyang Bridge in China, also known as the Yongji Bridge or Rainy Bridge, was built in 1916 over the Linxi River in the Sanjiang region. It is made of wood and stone, and its height is 65 meters. (Photo: REX Features).
23. The old bridge in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Built in 1566, the arched bridge is an example of classical Ottoman architecture. During the war between Croatia and Bosnia, in 1993, the bridge was destroyed. The old bridge was restored only in 2004. (Photo: Kelly Chang Travel Photography/Getty Images).
24. Pont du Gard in France. This Roman bridge, which has stood the test of time, is listed in UNESCO World Heritage List. Built in ancient times, on the banks of the Gar River, the three-level bridge is one of the most famous tourist attractions in France. (Photo: REX Features).