Puddefjord Bridge, Deck arch bridge in Bergen Municipality, Norway.
The Puddefjord Bridge is a deck arch structure made of reinforced concrete that spans 461 meters across the inlet. It consists of two parallel identical structures connecting Møhlenpris and Gyldenpris, each carrying six lanes of vehicle traffic alongside paths for cyclists and pedestrians.
The bridge opened in 1956, offering Bergen its first direct road link to Laksevåg. It replaced the ferry connection that had been the only way to cross these waters before.
The bridge marks Bergen's transformation after World War II, showing how the city rebuilt and expanded in the 1950s. It links two neighborhoods and allows people to move freely between areas that were previously separated by water.
The best views of the structure come from the coastal roads and green spaces on either side. Dedicated paths for walkers and cyclists provide safe and straightforward crossings without mixing with vehicle traffic.
The construction posed technical challenges because it was designed as two separate roadway levels to save space. This double structure allowed the growing traffic to be handled without disrupting the surrounding landscape more than necessary.
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