Alvettula Bridge, Cantilever bridge in Hämeenlinna, Finland.
Alvettula Bridge is a cantilever structure spanning 71.5 meters across water using a concrete hollow-block construction. It features two arches and connects areas on both sides of the waterway near Hämeenlinna.
The bridge was built in 1916 and became the site of heavy fighting during the 1918 Finnish Civil War when armed forces clashed across its span. The conflict marked a turning point in the region's history.
The bridge stands within the Hauhonselän cultural landscape area, connecting multiple traditional village groups recognized for their architectural significance.
The bridge is accessible on foot and offers views of the water and surroundings from its length. Visitors should take care when walking across, as maintenance work may affect access at certain times.
During the 1918 battle, factory workers crossed the bridge mounted on horses in large numbers, turning an industrial workforce into armed combatants. This moment reveals how ordinary people became caught in the civil conflict.
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