Farø Bridges

The Farø Bridges are two connected structures spanning 3,322 meters across the Storstrømmen sound between Zealand and Falster islands, passing through Farø island. The southern span uses a cable-stayed design with distinctive diamond-shaped towers, while the northern section relies on beam-girder construction with regular column supports.

Construction began in 1984 and the structures were officially inaugurated by Queen Margrethe II in 1985, significantly improving transportation between the islands. This project marked a turning point in Denmark's southern infrastructure development and regional connectivity.

The bridges serve as a daily passage for people commuting between the islands and have become a familiar landmark in the region's landscape. They represent the practical connection that enables economic activity and social ties between communities that were once more isolated from each other.

The bridges form part of European routes E47 and E55, serving as the main transport corridor for all types of vehicles between the islands. The crossing is best experienced during clear weather when visibility across the sound allows you to see the structure and surrounding landscape properly.

The southern bridge span features a 290-meter main opening supported by cables, showcasing a completely different engineering approach from the northern section. This technical contrast between two distinct construction methods within a single system becomes visually apparent as you cross.

Location: Vordingborg Municipality

Inception: 1984

Official opening: June 4, 1985

Height: 23 m

Length: 3,322 m

Longest Span: 290 m

Made from material: reinforced concrete

GPS coordinates: 54.95093,11.98712

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:52