Sandnessund Bridge

The Sandnessund Bridge extends 1220 meters across the Sandnes Strait, featuring 36 spans and a main span measuring 150 meters in length.

Crown Prince Harald presided over the official opening ceremony in June 1974, following the bridge's completion in December 1973 at a cost of 36 million kroner.

The removal of bridge tolls in May 1982 marked a transition in accessibility between the islands of Tromsøya and Kvaløya for local communities.

The bridge maintains a clearance of 41 meters above sea level, enabling marine vessels to pass underneath while connecting vehicular traffic between the islands.

The structure incorporates prestressed concrete throughout its 36 spans, demonstrating Norwegian engineering capabilities in maritime infrastructure during the 1970s.

Location: Tromsø Municipality

Inception: 1973

Official opening: December 1973

Length: 1,220 m

Longest Span: 150 m

Made from material: prestressed concrete

GPS coordinates: 69.69103,18.90254

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29