Kuldīga vaulted bridge

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Kuldīga vaulted bridge, Red brick bridge in Kuldīga, Latvia.

The Kuldīga vaulted bridge spans 154 meters across the Venta River with its architectural design featuring multiple brick arches throughout its length.

Architect Otto Dietze completed the construction of this substantial brick bridge in 1874, marking a significant advancement in Latvia's transportation infrastructure.

The bridge earned recognition as a National architectural monument of Latvia in 1998, reflecting the engineering capabilities and architectural preferences of the 19th century.

Visitors can access the bridge from Stendes iela, which connects the central areas of Kuldīga while offering views of the surrounding historical buildings.

This structure holds the distinction of being the third-longest brick bridge in Europe, demonstrating the extensive use of brick construction techniques.

Location: Kuldīga

Inception: 1874

Address: Kalna iela

GPS coordinates: 56.97005,21.97753

Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:58

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