Transporter bridge near Hamrštejn, Transporter bridge in Chrastava and Liberec, Czech Republic.
Description
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.
History
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.
Culture
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.
Practical
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.
Did you know?
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.
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