Transporter bridge near Hamrštejn

The transporter bridge near Hamrštejn crosses the Nisa River using suspended steel cables that support a cabin hanging from the framework. Visitors can help operate the crossing by pulling the rope mechanism that moves the cabin from one shore to the other.

The bridge was built in 2010 after severe flooding devastated the region and made a new river crossing necessary. It marked the debut of this type of structure in the Czech Republic.

The bridge sits near Hamrštejn Castle ruins and draws visitors interested in exploring the medieval fortress that once dominated this forested region. The location has become a gathering point for those curious about the area's past.

Visitors can reach the bridge by walking through forest from the village of Machnín Hrad. Access is easiest during warmer months, and proper footwear is recommended due to the woodland terrain.

Only about eight operational transporter bridges of this type remain worldwide, making this crossing a rare example of historical engineering. The interactive nature of the manual operation lets visitors become part of how it works.

Location: Chrastava

Location: Liberec

Inception: 2010

Architects: Martin Rajniš

GPS coordinates: 50.78810,14.97000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01