Third Millennium John Paul II Bridge

The Third Millennium John Paul II Bridge is a cable-stayed structure crossing the Martwa Wisla River with an inverted Y-shaped pylon rising roughly 100 meters. It spans about 380 meters and connects the northern port area to the broader road network.

Construction of this cable-stayed bridge started in 1999 and finished in 2001, marking a turning point in Gdańsk's transport connections. The project was part of a broader modernization effort to link the port more effectively with the road network.

The bridge takes its name from Pope John Paul II, reflecting how deeply this religious leader mattered to Polish people. When you cross it, the name serves as a reminder of this connection that remains important in local identity.

The bridge carries National Road 89 and is accessible from both the port side and the road network, making it easy to reach from different directions. Best views are available from the walking paths along the sides, which offer clear perspectives of the structure and river.

For over a decade, this bridge held the record as Poland's longest cable-stayed structure supported by a single pylon, a distinction it lost when another bridge opened in 2011. The distinctive single tall pylon makes it a recognizable landmark in the port area.

Location: Gdańsk

Inception: November 9, 2003

Official opening: November 9, 2001

Length: 380 m

GPS coordinates: 54.35640,18.69390

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:25