Liberty Bridge

Liberty Bridge is a cable-stayed structure spanning the Danube River for about 1,382 meters at a height of roughly 60 meters, with steel cables anchored to tall pylons supporting the roadway. The design accommodates both vehicular traffic and pedestrian passage across the river.

The structure opened in 1981 to connect two regions, but faced destruction during 1999 bombing. Following years of reconstruction work, it returned to service in October 2005.

The bridge carries a name that honors Novi Sad's liberation during World War II and serves as a daily crossing for people moving between the two riverbanks.

The crossing accommodates multiple traffic lanes and has separate paths for pedestrians and cyclists, allowing different users to cross safely. It forms a key part of the regional road network and can experience congestion during peak hours.

A local fisherman rescued nine people from the water during the night when the bridge collapsed from bombing. This act of rescue remains a reminder of individual courage during a difficult period in the city's history.

Location: Novi Sad

Inception: 1981

Architects: Nikola Hajdin

Official opening: October 11, 2005

Height: 60 m

Length: 1,382 m

Made from material: steel

GPS coordinates: 45.23393,19.84947

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02