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Fredrikstad Bridge, Steel road bridge in Fredrikstad Municipality, Norway

The Fredrikstad Bridge extends 824 meters across the Glomma River, connecting the eastern and western sections of the municipality with its 196-meter main span.

Crown Prince Olav inaugurated this steel structure on August 18, 1957, marking a substantial development in Norwegian post-war infrastructure.

The bridge design reflects mid-20th century Norwegian engineering principles, integrating modern construction methods with the needs of maritime and road transportation.

With a width of 13.4 meters and a clearance of 39.5 meters, the bridge accommodates both vehicle traffic and large vessels passing underneath.

The structure contains 23 individual spans and reaches a maximum height of 64 meters, following similar design patterns to the Karmsund Bridge.

Location: Fredrikstad Municipality

Official opening: August 18, 1957

Length: 824 m

Width: 13.4 m

Made from material: steel

GPS coordinates: 59.21028,10.96000

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29

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