Yandhai Nepean Crossing, Pedestrian bridge in Penrith, Australia
Yandhai Nepean Crossing is a pedestrian bridge in Penrith that spans 258 meters across the Nepean River. The structure provides separate paths for walkers and cyclists while connecting the communities of Penrith and Emu Plains.
Construction began in December 2014 under Seymour Whyte's management, with Civmec handling the steel fabrication at their Tomago factory. The project reached completion in 2018 and became a key infrastructure addition for the region.
The name incorporates Yandhai, a word from the Darug language meaning walking in past and present, which honors the Indigenous heritage of the Nepean River region. This recognition shapes how the bridge connects communities in a way that respects the area's original inhabitants.
Access is available through Nepean Avenue as part of the 6.4-kilometer Bridge to Bridge loop section. From this location, visitors can easily reach Tench Reserve and Regatta Park for additional walking options.
This structure is Australia's longest single-span pedestrian bridge with unobstructed views to the Blue Mountains from viewing platforms. The elevated vantage points allow visitors to see the river and surrounding landscape from perspectives not available elsewhere in the area.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
