Kola Bay Bridge

Kola Bay Bridge is a steel structure spanning across the bay and connecting multiple neighborhoods of Murmansk. The structure carries four traffic lanes and stretches approximately 1600 meters across the water.

Construction began in 1992 and was completed in 2004, with the bridge opening in 2005. This project marked a significant milestone in developing infrastructure for the Arctic region.

The bridge links different neighborhoods and has become part of daily life in the city. It shapes how residents and visitors move through Murmansk, making distant districts feel closer to one another.

Crossing the bay is faster and easier than traveling around it through other routes. The bridge also connects regional roads toward neighboring countries like Norway and Finland.

This is the longest road bridge located above the Arctic Circle, built to handle extreme northern conditions. The structure showcases engineering solutions designed specifically for the harsh Arctic climate.

Location: Murmansk

Inception: October 11, 2005

Official opening: October 11, 2005

Length: 1,611 m

GPS coordinates: 68.90639,33.04139

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:59