Mühlesteg, bridge in Zürich (ZH), Switzerland
Mühlesteg is a steel truss bridge over the Limmat River in Zürich that connects two sides of the city. The bridge has a simple, functional design with triangular framework elements that provide stability and does not rise far above the water.
Mühlesteg was built in 1982, replacing two earlier bridges at the same location that were demolished in 1943 and 1950. The current bridge was primarily funded by private means and was designed to provide pedestrians with a safe crossing.
The name Mühlesteg refers to mills that once stood along the river and used its power. Today, the bridge is a place where locals and visitors pass through daily, often pausing to look at the water and the historic buildings nearby.
The bridge is free and open year-round for pedestrians and cyclists with no special requirements. Since it sits in the city center, it is surrounded by busy streets with shops and cafes, so you can easily access amenities before or after crossing.
Since around 2012, visitors have been placing padlocks on the bridge's railing, often called love locks, which have become a defining sight. The city allows this practice, and it has become a common habit for many years.
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