Franz Joseph Bridge, Suspension bridge over Vltava River in Prague, Czech Republic
The Franz Joseph Bridge connected New Town and Holešovice districts with a main span of 143.9 meters across the Vltava River in Prague.
English engineer Rowland Mason Ordish designed the bridge using the Ordish-Lefeuvre system, and Emperor Franz Joseph attended its opening ceremony in 1868.
The bridge structure represented the engineering capabilities of the late 19th century and served as a central meeting point for Prague residents.
The bridge remained operational until 1941, when it was replaced by a reinforced concrete structure to accommodate increasing traffic demands.
Following political changes, the bridge underwent multiple name changes, honoring figures like Milan Rastislav Štefánik and Leoš Janáček before its demolition.
Location: Prague 1
Location: New Town, Prague
Location: Holešovice
Inception: 1868
Architects: Rowland Mason Ordish
Longest Span: 143.9 m
GPS coordinates: 50.09420,14.42700
Latest update: March 7, 2025 18:35
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