Krk Bridge, Road bridge in Kvarner Gulf, Croatia
Krk Bridge is a reinforced concrete road connection linking mainland Croatia to Krk Island via the small Saint Mark islet. The construction consists of two arches that together reach a total length of 1430 meters across the sea.
Construction began in 1976 under President Tito's supervision and opened to traffic on July 19, 1980. The new connection replaced the previous ferry service that had transported travelers and goods between mainland and island.
Locals sometimes still refer to the crossing by its former ferry route, and many remember when traveling to the island meant long waiting times. Today commuters and visitors pass through the crossing without stopping, changing daily life on the island completely.
Strong bora winds can temporarily close the crossing, with traffic lights turning red to warn vehicles during dangerous conditions. Visitors should check weather reports, especially during winter months when gusts are more frequent.
At completion, the concrete arch with a span of 390 meters was the longest concrete arch in the world. This engineering achievement attracted engineers from many countries who studied the design and inspired similar projects in other regions.
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