Queen Emma Bridge

The Queen Emma Bridge spans across Sint Anna Bay, connecting the districts of Punda and Otrobanda through a floating structure supported by pontoons.

Built in 1888, this bridge operated as a toll crossing until 1934, with a specific regulation that allowed individuals without shoes to cross without payment.

The bridge functions as a central gathering point where residents and visitors converge daily to traverse between the two main districts of Willemstad.

When large vessels need to pass through the harbor, the bridge swings open to the Otrobanda side while free ferries transport pedestrians across the water.

The structure floats on water and adjusts to the bay's level, creating a subtle movement sensation as pedestrians walk across its wooden planks.

Location: Curaçao

Official opening: 1888

GPS coordinates: 12.10611,-68.93531

Latest update: May 10, 2025 21:53