Utrechtsebrug

The Utrechtsebrug is a concrete bridge spanning the Amstel River in Amsterdam-Zuid. It connects Rijnstraat to Nieuwe Utrechtseweg through a wide structure with multiple lanes serving traffic in both directions.

Built between 1951 and 1954, it replaced ferry service and formed the start of the A2 highway connecting Amsterdam to Utrecht. This infrastructure transformed transportation between the two cities.

The Netherlands Israelite Community presented a sabbatketting chain to the bridge, representing the symbolic closing of the Amstel River during Sabbath times.

The bridge is a key traffic point with clear directions between the city center and southern districts. Pedestrians and cyclists can use it, with separate or shared paths available.

The structure rests on 600 support piles and maintains 5 meters of clearance, eliminating the need for a movable bridge. This design allowed it to be a stable and dependable crossing without the complexity of lifting mechanisms.