Piccard-Brücke, Suspension footbridge in Sölden, Austria.
Piccard Bridge is a footbridge that spans a deep gorge in the Oetztal Alps using suspension cables. It lets hikers cross between two mountain huts by walking across the steep valley at high elevation.
This bridge opened in 2017 and takes its name from Auguste Piccard, a scientist who made discoveries in physics and exploration. The naming reflects how Alpine communities honor figures who advanced human understanding and adventure.
The bridge forms part of a network of mountain trails that exemplify the Austrian Alpine traditions of connecting mountain communities through engineering.
The best time to visit is from July to September when snow and ice do not block crossing. In autumn, protective measures are put in place to keep the structure safe from avalanche damage.
This structure links two significant mountain huts and forms part of a long hiking route that takes several hours. Its location at high elevation offers views that catch many visitors off guard when they arrive.
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