Červená railway bridge, Railway bridge in Oslov and Červená, Czech Republic
Červená railway bridge is a steel structure that spans 253 meters across the Vltava River, rising 68 meters above the water. It features three main spans and expansion devices at each end to handle temperature changes.
Engineers Meltzer and Hüsse completed this bridge in 1889, making it the second highest in Austria-Hungary at the time. It was later designated as a protected monument by the Czech Republic.
The bridge connects two villages and stands as a testament to engineering confidence from the 1800s that people still recognize today. Visitors come to see how such an ambitious structure was built at a time when few dared attempt something so bold.
The best view of this bridge comes from the riverbanks or nearby hiking paths that offer full views of the entire structure. Keep in mind that this is an active railway line, so safety should always come first when visiting.
This bridge pioneered its method of balanced cantilever construction, allowing builders to work without any temporary scaffolding at all. This innovative technique was so rare at the time that it became a turning point in bridge building.
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