Langebro, Road bridge in Indre By, Denmark
Langebro is a road bridge stretching 250 meters across Copenhagen's harbor, connecting H.C. Andersens Boulevard on the Zealand side to Amager Boulevard on the Amager side. The structure rises about 7 meters above water level and is one of only two main bridges in central Copenhagen carrying motor vehicle traffic across the harbor.
The present structure was completed in 1954, replacing earlier bridges including a wooden bridge from 1690 and a swing bridge from 1903. This location has been a crossing point for centuries, rebuilt multiple times to meet the city's changing transportation needs.
The bridge appears regularly in Danish films and television, shaping how many people see Copenhagen through the screen. It connects two distinct neighborhoods and remains woven into the daily routines of locals crossing between them.
The bridge accommodates pedestrians, cyclists, and motor vehicles, serving as a key traffic hub between neighborhoods. Crossing it offers views of the harbor, and visiting outside rush hours provides a more pleasant experience.
The name Langebro literally means "long bridge" in Danish, a straightforward name used for centuries that makes it instantly familiar to locals. This simplicity makes it one of Copenhagen's most easily recognized landmarks in everyday life.
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