Railway bridge Zwolle, Railway bridge in Zwolle and Hattem, Netherlands.
The Hanzeboog is a railway bridge spanning the IJssel River to connect Zwolle with Hattem. The structure accommodates train tracks alongside dedicated pathways for pedestrians and cyclists.
The bridge was built in 2011, replacing an older twin-span vertical-lift bridge that had served the region since after World War II. Its completion marked the start of a modern railway connection in the area.
The bridge forms part of the Hanzelijn railway line, which Queen Beatrix inaugurated in 2012, marking a new chapter in Dutch railway infrastructure.
The bridge is best viewed from the surrounding pathways that are easily accessible from both sides. The best views come from the waterside or while traveling by train.
The bridge significantly reduces travel time between Amsterdam and Zwolle for train passengers. This time savings makes rail travel on this route more practical for daily commuters.
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