Понтонный мост

The pontoon bridge is a floating structure built from connected buoyant platforms that move with the water. Both vehicles and pedestrians cross on the same flexible roadway that adapts to changing water conditions.

Built and opened in 1999, the bridge provided a new direct crossing that was previously missing. Its construction addressed the need for faster movement between areas that had been separated by water.

The bridge serves as a daily passage for locals moving between different districts and their daily routines. It connects communities on both sides without formality, simply being part of how the city flows together.

The bridge is accessible to pedestrians and vehicles under normal conditions, though wind or extreme water levels may occasionally affect passage. Plan for possible temporary closures during unusual weather or seasonal water changes.

The bridge rises and falls with seasonal water changes, moving vertically as water levels shift rather than remaining fixed. This flexibility means it can handle spring flooding without structural stress or damage to its anchorings.

Location: Kazan

Official opening: 1999

GPS coordinates: 55.80446,49.13905

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:01