Bascule bridge in Ołowianka

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Bascule bridge in Ołowianka, Pedestrian bascule bridge in Ołowianka district, Poland.

The bridge spans 70.5 meters across the Motława River, featuring a movable deck that rises to 65 degrees within two minutes for water traffic passage.

The bridge, inaugurated on June 17, 2017, connects the mainland of Gdańsk with Ołowianka Island, marking a new chapter in the city's infrastructure development.

The footbridge provides direct access to the Baltic Philharmonic and Maritime Museum, connecting visitors to essential cultural venues on Ołowianka Island.

The structure includes two sections for pedestrians and cyclists, each measuring 2.30 meters wide, with a total bridge width varying between 6 and 8 meters.

The bridge's mechanical system operates from a control building situated below water level, managing the single-leaf drawbridge span of 40 meters.

Location: Gdańsk

Inception: June 17, 2017

GPS coordinates: 54.35363,18.66044

Latest update: March 8, 2025 04:59

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