Cangde Grand Bridge, Railway bridge between Cangzhou and Dezhou, China.
The Cangde Grand Bridge is a railway bridge that spans more than 100 kilometers between Hebei and Shandong provinces. It crosses waterways, roads, and rail lines while connecting Cangzhou to Dezhou.
Construction began in 2008 and was completed in 2010, marking progress in Chinese railway infrastructure. The bridge was developed to support high-speed trains on the Beijing-Shanghai route.
The bridge represents Chinese engineering capabilities through its incorporation of 3,069 bridge spans and advanced construction methods.
The best time to view it is during the day when you can see the structure from different angles. It is easiest to explore from train stations in Cangzhou or Dezhou.
The bridge holds the position of fifth longest bridge in the world, featuring a maximum span of 128 meters across its numerous sections.
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