Father Bernatek footbridge in Kraków, Modern footbridge in Kraków, Poland
The Father Bernatek footbridge spans 145 meters across the Vistula River, connecting the districts of Kazimierz and Podgórze with dual pathways for pedestrians and cyclists.
The structure, completed in 2010, replaced the former Podgórski Bridge and stands as a memorial to Father Laetus Bernatek, founder of the Brothers Hospitallers hospital in Kraków.
Ten suspended acrobatic sculptures by Polish artist Jerzy Kędziora float above the footbridge, transforming the crossing into an open-air art gallery over the Vistula River.
LED lights illuminate the bridge from underneath, while separate lanes for pedestrians and cyclists ensure efficient movement between Kazimierz and Podgórze districts at any time.
The leaf-shaped steel construction features railings covered with thousands of padlocks placed by couples, following a local tradition of symbolizing eternal relationships.
Location: Kraków
Length: 145 m
GPS coordinates: 50.04650,19.94760
Latest update: March 7, 2025 15:29
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