Queensferry Crossing, Cable-stayed bridge in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
The Queensferry Crossing extends 2638 meters across the Firth of Forth, supported by three towers reaching heights of 207 meters.
Following concerns about the structural integrity of the Forth Road Bridge in the 1990s, construction of this new crossing began in 2011 and ended in 2017.
The name Queensferry Crossing was selected through a public vote in 2013, reflecting the connection between South Queensferry and North Queensferry communities.
The bridge carries the M90 motorway traffic between Edinburgh and Fife, while the adjacent Forth Road Bridge serves public transport and cyclists.
Special wind shields installed along the bridge's length allow vehicles to cross safely during strong winds that frequently occur in the region.
Location: Fife
Location: City of Edinburgh
Inception: August 30, 2017
Official opening: August 30, 2017
Height: 207 m
Length: 2,638 m
Longest Span: 650 m
Made from material: steel
Website: https://theforthbridges.org
GPS coordinates: 56.00460,-3.41240
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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