Lo Wu Bridge

Lo Wu Bridge is a railway bridge with a steel truss structure that spans the Sham Chun River. It carries trains between the railway networks of Shenzhen and Hong Kong, serving both passengers and freight.

The original railway bridge was built starting in 1906 and opened in 1910 as part of the British Section of the Kowloon-Canton Railway. The structure was later relocated downstream to allow for modern expansion of rail traffic.

This bridge marks a crossing point where two different worlds meet, and you feel the shift as you walk across it. The structure itself has become a symbol of connection between distinct communities and systems.

The bridge is best experienced by taking the train, as it is only open to rail traffic. Visit during regular operating hours when trains are actively crossing to see the structure in use.

The original bridge structure was relocated downstream in 2003 without suffering damage, a rare feat of preservation engineering. This remarkable operation kept history intact while making space for modern rail expansion.

Location: Shenzhen

Location: Hong Kong

GPS coordinates: 22.52984,114.11290

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45