Bommelse Brug, Steel truss road bridge in Neerijnen and Zaltbommel, Netherlands.
The Bommelse Brug is a steel truss bridge spanning the Waal River between Neerijnen and Zaltbommel. Its metal framework structure carries traffic lanes, bicycle paths, and pedestrian routes across the water.
The bridge was completed in 1933, marking a turning point in the region's transportation development during the industrial era. Its construction answered the need to create a permanent connection between the two banks of the Waal.
The bridge serves as a daily passage for locals crossing between the two communities, with paths where people can pause to watch the river traffic. It has become part of the local identity as a symbol of connection between the municipalities.
The bridge is accessible to pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers with clear approaches from both sides. Plan to stop and look around, as the views of the river and passing traffic offer a good sense of the flow.
The bridge was built with steel truss techniques that later became a model for many other Dutch bridge projects. This construction method made it possible to span long distances efficiently and cost-effectively.
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