Dona Ana Bridge

Dona Ana Bridge is an iron railway bridge that crosses the Zambezi River and connects two riverside towns. It is composed of multiple spans of varying lengths that together form a long connection across the water.

The bridge was completed in 1935 to link inland coal fields with the port on the coast. It became a crucial connection for transporting raw materials and played a central role in the region's rail network.

The iron structure reflects methods from Portuguese colonial engineering and stands as a testament to that era's technical legacy. The bridge connects two riverside communities where the railway remains central to daily life and movement.

The bridge is accessible only to rail traffic and is used by trains that cross it regularly. Pedestrians and cars cannot use it, as it was designed exclusively as railway infrastructure.

The bridge was among the longest of its kind in Africa and demonstrates engineering achievements of that era. Today visitors can observe it from the riverbank where its massive iron structures are clearly visible.

Location: Mutarara District

Inception: 1935

Length: 3,670 m

Made from material: iron

GPS coordinates: -17.44194,35.05194

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:02