Hoge Brug, Steel footbridge in Céramique district, Maastricht, Netherlands.
The Hoge Brug is a steel pedestrian bridge in Maastricht that crosses the Meuse River and connects the Céramique district with the city center. The structure uses a curved arch system supported by suspension cables and provides a wide deck for walkers and cyclists.
The bridge opened in 2003 as part of a larger redevelopment plan for Maastricht's eastern riverbank. It replaced older routes and created a modern link between areas that were previously difficult to reach.
This footbridge connects two different parts of Maastricht and creates a new passage for pedestrians and cyclists between them. It has become a symbol of how the eastern riverbank has transformed and developed over the past two decades.
Glass elevators at each end make crossing accessible for everyone, while side gutters on the stairs help cyclists push their bikes up and down. The full crossing takes about ten minutes and the pathways work well for both walkers and cyclists in all weather.
The bridge won a major architectural award in 2004 for combining technical skill with contemporary design. This recognition surprised many people who thought of it simply as a practical crossing, not as a noted work of architecture.
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