Marcelo Fernan Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Metro Cebu, Philippines
The Marcelo Fernan Bridge extends 1,237 meters across the Mactan Channel, connecting Mandaue City with Lapu-Lapu City through parallel line pattern tower cables.
Construction of the bridge commenced in 1996 and reached completion in 1999, when President Joseph Estrada inaugurated this essential transportation link on August 3rd.
The structure honors Senator Marcelo Fernan from Cebu City while serving as a foundation for regional development between Cebu and Mactan islands.
Vehicles and pedestrians can access the bridge through United Nations Avenue in Mandaue or Old Patiller Road in Lapu-Lapu City at any time.
The bridge includes the Filipino Seafarers Memorial at Millennium Park on the Mactan Island side, offering views of maritime activities in the channel.
Inception: August 1999
Official opening: August 1999
GPS coordinates: 10.32656,123.96650
Latest update: May 11, 2025 05:33
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