Frederick IX Bridge

The Frederick IX Bridge is a combined road and railway structure spanning the Guldborgsund strait between the islands of Falster and Lolland. The construction features two independent bascule sections that operate separately, one for vehicles and one for trains.

The bridge replaced earlier crossing methods in 1963, including the Christian IX Bridge from 1867 and a separate railway bridge built in 1875. This new structure provided the first direct combined road and rail connection across the strait.

The bridge bears the name of King Frederick IX of Denmark, marking a royal connection to this vital link between two island communities. The name reflects how the monarchy was woven into major infrastructure projects of that era.

The bascule sections open at regular intervals to allow ship traffic through, so drivers and train passengers should expect occasional delays. Planning your crossing outside peak times can help avoid extended waits when maritime passage is needed.

The two bascule sections operate independently from each other, meaning trains can cross while vehicles wait or vice versa. This rare feature allows for more flexible and efficient use of the crossing for both types of traffic.

Location: Guldborgsund Municipality

Inception: May 14, 1963

Length: 295 m

Width: 25.4 m

GPS coordinates: 54.75889,11.86639

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:21