Dr. W. Hupkesbrug, Steel railway bridge in Waardenburg and Zaltbommel, Netherlands.
The Dr. W. Hupkesbrug is a steel railway bridge crossing the Waal River between Waardenburg and Zaltbommel. It has multiple spans of varying lengths and accommodates both train and river traffic simultaneously.
The bridge was built in 1869 as a major engineering feat of the 19th century. It was heavily damaged during World War II but was fully restored after the war ended.
The bridge takes its name from Willem Hupkes, a railway director who organized resistance during German occupation. His name reflects the country's memory of those who stood against wartime oppression.
The bridge can be accessed from both riverbanks, with certain viewpoints offering the best views. Keep in mind that this remains an active railway corridor with regular train traffic.
Photographer Pieter Oosterhuis documented the entire construction process with images that captured 19th-century building techniques in rare detail. These photographs remain valuable historical records for understanding how such structures were built.
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