Rheinbrücke N4, Cable-stayed road bridge in Schaffhausen, Switzerland.
The Rheinbrücke N4 is a cable-stayed road bridge that crosses the Rhine with a distinctive pylon on the southern bank. The structure provides wide lanes for traffic flowing in both directions without intermediate supports in the river.
Construction began in 1993 and finished in 1995, following planning that started in the 1960s. The project was created to meet growing transportation needs between the regions.
The bridge represents an integration of Swiss engineering principles, connecting the distinct regions of Schaffhausen and Zürich while maintaining the natural Rhine landscape.
The bridge is open daily for through traffic and connects the cantons of Schaffhausen and Zurich. Drivers should expect regular traffic volume, especially during peak hours.
The bridge's construction cost reached 15.9 million Swiss francs and implements a single-opening design that spans the Rhine without intermediate supports.
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