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Kirkonvarkaus Bridge, Suspension road bridge in Mikkeli, Finland.

The Kirkonvarkaus Bridge extends 139.2 meters across Ukonvesi Lake, featuring steel cables that support its 9-meter-wide roadway for vehicles and pedestrians.

Built in 1967, this bridge represented a substantial advancement in the transportation infrastructure of Southern Savonia, connecting multiple parts of the Mikkeli region.

The bridge functions as a central meeting point for local residents who gather near its structure during regional celebrations and community events.

Located at coordinates 61.665444, 27.296972, the bridge carries Main Road 62 traffic and maintains regular maintenance schedules under Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency supervision.

The structure incorporates specific engineering elements that allow it to withstand Finland's winter conditions while spanning across the waters of Lake Ukonvesi.

Location: Mikkeli

Inception: 1967

Length: 139.2 m

Width: 9 m

GPS coordinates: 61.66544,27.29697

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29

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