Tegsbron, Concrete bridge in Umeå, Sweden.
Tegsbron is a concrete bridge crossing the Ume River in Umeå, built with two parallel girders supported by vertical pillars. The structure enables vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists to travel daily between the northern and southern parts of the city.
Construction began in 1945 and finished in 1949, making it the second river crossing in the region. Excavations during initial work uncovered remnants of an ancient burial ground, revealing evidence of early settlements.
The bridge discovery of an ancient burial ground during initial excavations provided archaeological evidence of early settlements in the Umeå region.
The crossing is open daily for vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists, serving as a main traffic route between the districts. The structure operates regularly without particular restrictions.
Until 2012, the bridge served as a central junction for two major European routes: the E4 running north to south and the E12 connecting Norway to Finland. The rerouting of these international traffic flows significantly altered the region's traffic dynamics.
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