Luukkaansalmi Bridge, Road bridge in Lappeenranta, Finland.
The Luukkaansalmi Bridge stretches 433 meters across the Saimaa waterway, featuring a main span of 120 meters and a width of 12 meters.
Constructed in 1989, this bridge established a vital connection between Lauritsala and Vehkataipale neighborhoods, enhancing regional transportation infrastructure in eastern Finland.
The bridge offers views of Lappeenranta's center, the Kaukas industrial complex, and the Joutseno wind turbines, representing local industrial development.
With a clearance height of 25 meters, the bridge accommodates both small boats and large vessels traveling through the Saimaa Canal system.
The structure gained recognition through its appearance in the television series Bordertown, which showcased the bridge to international audiences.
Location: Lappeenranta
Inception: 1989
Length: 433 m
Longest Span: 120 m
Width: 12 m
GPS coordinates: 61.07943,28.25129
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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