West-Link

West-Link is a pair of parallel bridges carrying the M50 motorway across the River Liffey, with a combined span of 385 metres and a maximum height of 42 metres. The twin structures use steel cable systems to support traffic flowing between Dublin's northern and southern areas.

The first span opened in 1990 as part of Dublin's new motorway system, creating a major crossing over the Liffey. A second parallel span was added in 2003 to handle increasing traffic volumes.

The bridge structure represents the evolution of Dublin's infrastructure, connecting the northern and southern regions of the expanding metropolitan area.

The crossing uses electronic tolling systems with overhead gantries that automatically read vehicle tags. Drivers without registered tags can pay after traveling by using online platforms or other payment methods.

The bridge sits near the Strawberry Beds area and is the only major crossing point between Chapelizod and Lucan Bridge for a considerable distance. This strategic location makes it vital for daily traffic flow across Dublin's western corridor.

Inception: 1990

Height: 42 m

Length: 385 m

GPS coordinates: 53.36280,-6.38270

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:44