Fredvang Bridges, Cantilever bridge group in Flakstad, Norway
The Fredvang Bridges consist of two parallel cantilever structures that cross multiple water channels in the Lofoten archipelago between islands. Both bridges carry road traffic and link the surrounding settlements, forming a major transportation route through this island landscape.
These bridges opened in 1988 and first connected the islands of Moskenesøya and Flakstadøya by road. The project represented a major step forward in linking the communities and reducing travel time across the archipelago.
The bridges connect the fishing village of Fredvang with neighboring settlements, and you notice fishing equipment and boats everywhere that reflect how much daily life here depends on the sea. The structures have become part of the local identity as people use them daily to maintain their coastal community.
You can drive across both bridges on County Road 7708, which connects the surrounding settlements and is the main route through this area. Be aware that roads here can have challenging conditions during heavy wind or storms, which are common in the Lofoten region.
The two structures use a cantilever design that allowed them to span across water without support columns in the middle, which was an innovative approach for this location when built. This engineering method solved the challenge of connecting islands in the Lofoten archipelago without disrupting the seabed.
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