Old Svinesund Bridge

The Old Svinesund Bridge spans the Iddefjord with a reinforced concrete arch design, connecting the municipalities of Strömstad and Halden at the Swedish-Norwegian border.

Construction of the bridge began in 1939 but faced delays during World War II, including partial destruction when lightning struck defense explosives in 1942.

The bridge's inauguration in 1946 marked a new era of cooperation between Norway and Sweden, with both countries' royal representatives attending the ceremony.

Since 2005, the bridge serves light vehicles exclusively, while heavy trucks use the newer Svinesund Bridge located one kilometer to the west.

The structure rises 67 meters above Ringdalsfjord, making it Northern Europe's highest bridge at the time of its construction.

Location: Strömstad Municipality

Location: Halden Municipality

Official opening: June 15, 1946

GPS coordinates: 59.09750,11.27083

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45