Hogesluis

The Hogesluis spans the Amstel River with ten openings, featuring natural stone balustrades and decorative steel edge girders adorned with cast-iron ornamental pieces.

Constructed between 1883 and 1884 by architect Willem Springer, the bridge underwent reinforcement in 1903 to accommodate tram traffic across the Amstel River.

The bridge incorporates neoclassical design elements with stone obelisks, leaf motifs, and decorative lantern holders shaped like ship bows reflecting Amsterdam's maritime heritage.

The structure connects the eastern and western sections of Sarphatistraat, serving as a vital transportation link for vehicles, trams, cyclists, and pedestrians.

Eight polychrome shields and masks decorate the bridge's edge girders, while candelabra-like columns flank large balusters set on profiled coping bands.

Location: Amsterdam

Architects: Willem Springer

GPS coordinates: 52.36028,4.90389

Latest update: March 6, 2025 11:34