Jonava railway bridge, railway bridge in Lithuania
The Jonava railway bridge is a truss bridge that spans the Neris River in Jonava and carries trains across the water. Its structure is made of interconnected triangular metal frameworks that provide stability and strength to support the weight of passing trains.
The original bridge was built in 1914 by engineer Petras Vileišis and later destroyed during World War Two. After the war, a new bridge was constructed about 20 meters downstream and replaced the original structure to restore rail service.
The bridge is a familiar landmark for people in Jonava and represents the role of railways in connecting the town to the wider region. It reflects how transportation shaped local life and remains a symbol of the community's historical ties to the railway network.
The best viewpoint for observing the bridge is from the riverbank or nearby railway yards where you can see both the river and the metal structure clearly. The area is most accessible during daylight and offers quiet moments for viewing and photographing the bridge.
One of the original pillars from the 1914 bridge still stands in the Neris River and was planned to support a future sculpture. This remaining structure creates a direct link between the current bridge and its past, showing resilience through destruction and rebuilding.
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