Yakhtenny Bridge, Modern pedestrian bridge in Saint Petersburg, Russia
Yakhtenny Bridge is a pedestrian bridge in Saint Petersburg that crosses the Bolshaya Nevka River and connects two city districts. The structure spans about 940 meters and provides separate paths for walkers and cyclists moving between residential areas and recreation spaces.
The bridge opened in 2017 and improved transportation connections in Saint Petersburg. It was built to link areas of the city that previously lacked direct pedestrian access.
The bridge structure incorporates observation platforms that enable visitors to view landmarks including the Park of the 300th Anniversary and Lakhta Center.
The 17-meter-wide crossing offers clear markings separating foot traffic from cyclists. The bridge is straightforward to navigate and provides good conditions for passage during daylight hours and fair weather.
Underneath the structure, the Western High-Speed Diameter highway passes above the pedestrian paths. This layered arrangement shows how modern infrastructure makes efficient use of limited urban space.
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