Kirkonvarkaus Bridge, Suspension road bridge in Mikkeli, Finland.
Description
Kirkonvarkaus Bridge is a suspension bridge that spans Lake Ukonvesi and measures about 139 meters long. The nine-meter-wide roadway is supported by steel cables and accommodates both vehicle and foot traffic.
History
Built in 1967, this bridge represented an important step forward for transportation in southern Finland. It has since connected different parts of the region and improved how people move around the Mikkeli area.
Culture
The bridge connects two parts of the region and is woven into daily life as people cross it regularly. It serves as a practical link that keeps the community functioning and allows people to move freely between neighborhoods.
Practical
The bridge sits on Main Road 62 and can be crossed at any time of day, whether you are driving or walking. The crossing is straightforward and accessible without any special requirements.
Did you know?
The bridge was engineered specifically to withstand Finland's harsh winters, using materials and techniques designed to handle frost and heavy snow loads. Crossing it offers a sense of the engineering that battles extreme weather conditions.
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