Buda Bridge

The Buda Bridge is a vertical-lift bridge that crosses the Brussels-Scheldt Maritime Canal, carrying pedestrians and vehicles over the waterway. It measures 41.4 meters long and 13.5 meters wide, connecting neighborhoods on both sides of the canal.

The original bascule bridge built in 1931 was destroyed during World War II by British bombing. The current structure was constructed in 1955 to replace it.

The bridge takes its name from a 17th-century farm and tavern that honored the liberation of Buda, Hungary, from Ottoman rule. This historical reference remains embedded in the identity of the surrounding neighborhood today.

The bridge accommodates daily traffic and is open to both pedestrians and vehicles. When ships need to pass, the bridge lifts, so expect occasional delays if visiting during busy shipping times.

The lift mechanism allows vessels up to 35 meters in height to pass underneath when the bridge is raised. This engineering feature makes it essential for inland waterway traffic.

Location: City of Brussels

Inception: 1955

Official opening: June 19, 1955

Length: 41.4 m

Width: 13.5 m

GPS coordinates: 50.90472,4.40778

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:25