The Infinite Bridge

The circular wooden structure measures 60 meters in diameter and extends from the shore at Ballehage Beach into Aarhus Bay. The continuous walking surface takes visitors on an unbroken loop over the water, with railings lining the outer edge. The structure stands on pilings anchored in the shallow coastal area.

Architects Johan Gjødes and Niels Povlsgaard designed the installation in 2015 for the Sculpture by the Sea festival. After the exhibition ended, the city of Aarhus decided to keep the structure as a seasonal attraction. Since then, it has been assembled each spring and dismantled in autumn to avoid damage from winter storms.

The wooden structure serves as a meeting point for swimmers, joggers and families using the Aarhus coastline during summer months. Local artists occasionally organize concerts and dance performances on the platform. The installation has become a regular feature of beach life, attracting both residents and visitors who want to enjoy views across the bay.

The installation is accessible from April through October when weather permits use. Visitors reach the site by taking bus 18 or 19 to Varna stop, or by bicycle along the coastal path. Free parking is available near the beach. The shallow water around the structure is suitable for swimming.

Walking the complete loop covers a path of roughly 190 meters without ever directly returning to the starting point. The geometry creates the optical illusion of an endless loop, though visitors actually return to the beginning after one full circuit. The structure changes its relationship to the coastline depending on the tides.