Flyover of Merksem, Elevated highway viaduct in Merksem, Belgium
The Merksem Viaduct spans 1700 meters across the Albert Canal, connecting different parts of the Antwerp Ring Road with four lanes in each direction.
The infrastructure opened in 1970 as part of the R1 ring road system, linking exit 1 with exit 2 and creating a major transportation artery for Antwerp.
The viaduct stands near the Sportpaleis, a prominent indoor arena, and its presence has influenced the daily life patterns of local residents since its construction.
The structure handles 64,000 vehicles daily, crossing over the Albert Canal, the connection to Nieuw Lobroekdok, and major roads N1 and N129.
The Flemish government plans to replace this viaduct with an underground tunnel system by 2025, transforming the area into a green urban space.
Location: Antwerp
GPS coordinates: 51.23361,4.43556
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:45
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