Westervoort bridge, Steel and railway bridge in Arnhem, Netherlands.
The Westervoort Bridge features two parallel steel structures spanning 117.44 meters across the waterway, supporting both railway lines from Amsterdam and Oberhausen.
During World War II in 1944, the Westervoort Bridge became a strategic target during Operation Market Garden when Allied forces attempted to secure crossings.
The bridge represents Dutch engineering excellence and stands as a memorial to the soldiers who participated in the Battle of Arnhem.
The bridge carries multiple daily train services connecting the Netherlands with Germany, facilitating international passenger and freight transportation.
The structure incorporates both the Amsterdam-Arnhem and Oberhausen-Arnhem railway lines, making it a critical junction for Dutch-German rail connections.
Location: Arnhem
Longest Span: 117.44 m
Part of: Oberhausen–Arnhem railway, Amsterdam–Arnhem railway
GPS coordinates: 51.96917,5.95861
Latest update: March 5, 2025 12:33
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