Van Brienenoordbrug

The Van Brienenoordbrug is a road bridge in Rotterdam that crosses the New Meuse River with two parallel steel arches. The structure carries traffic on two levels and spans over a kilometer in length to connect both riverbanks.

The bridge was first completed in 1965 to handle the growing traffic needs of Rotterdam at that time. A second phase was added in 1990 to accommodate further increases in transportation demand.

The bridge represents a key connection in Rotterdam's port-driven identity, visible to anyone crossing the river. Its presence shapes how people and goods move through the city and reflects the port's importance to daily life.

The bridge offers good views of the river and port activity for those crossing or traveling nearby. It can be experienced from vehicles, or by walking or cycling along the embankment paths that run alongside.

What many travelers overlook is how the two arches actually work with the port below: they rise high enough to let large cargo ships pass through without stopping road traffic. This dual purpose makes it more than just a highway, as it balances commerce on water and land.

Location: Rotterdam

Inception: May 1, 1990

Architects: Rijkswaterstaat

Length: 1,320 m

Longest Span: 300 m

GPS coordinates: 51.90377,4.54259

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:28