Frank Sherwin Bridge

The Frank Sherwin Bridge is a road crossing made of reinforced concrete that connects St John's Road to Wolfe Tone Quay over the River Liffey, spanning about 50 meters. It provides a continuous link between Dublin's northern and southern riverfront areas near Heuston Station.

The structure opened in 1982 as part of Dublin's efforts to improve traffic management in the area around Heuston Station. It was created during a period when the city was modernizing its river crossings to handle flow more effectively.

The bridge honors a Dublin figure who worked to improve city living standards and played a role in Irish independence. Visitors experience it as part of the urban landscape that shapes daily movement across the river.

Crossing the bridge is part of normal Dublin traffic, so you can access it anytime without worrying about special restrictions or closures. You get the best views of it from both riverbanks, where you also have space to stop and observe the structure.

The structure played a key role in Dublin's traffic planning by removing weight limits from an older nearby river crossing. This meant that heavy trucks and buses could use alternative routes instead of straining the older crossing.

Official opening: 1982

Length: 50 m

Made from material: reinforced concrete

GPS coordinates: 53.34714,-6.29098

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:22