Karmsund Bridge, Steel arch road bridge in Karmøy Municipality, Norway.
Karmsund Bridge is a steel arch road bridge spanning the Karmsundet strait with a main span of 184 meters and 37 sections in total. It carries traffic on European route E134 and maintains a 46-meter clearance below for ships to pass through.
The bridge opened in 1955 and connected the island of Karmøy to the mainland for the first time by road. This construction represented a major step in developing Norway's transportation network.
The bridge stands near ancient maritime routes where, according to Norse mythology, Thor would wade through Karmsund strait toward Yggdrasil each morning.
The bridge is open daily for cars and trucks connecting the E134 on both sides of the strait. Strong winds can occur due to the exposed location, so drivers should be prepared for windy conditions.
Three power lines cross near the bridge supported by 143-meter electricity pylons that rank as the tallest electrical structures in Norway. These towers are visible from the bridge and create a striking visual element in the landscape.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
