Hexenbrücke

The Hexenbrücke is an abandoned railway bridge in Sakhalin Oblast built with steel framework typical of early twentieth-century engineering. The structure spans across the landscape with metal supports and piers that show significant weathering and decay from decades of disuse.

The bridge was completed in 1928 and served as an important railway link during Sakhalin's regional development period. It fell into disuse after World War II as transportation routes shifted, leaving it abandoned for many decades.

The name Witch Bridge stems from local folklore and gives this structure an air of mystery that visitors still sense today. The decaying remains serve as a reminder of a bygone era of transport and development in the region.

The structure is closed to regular traffic and requires special permission and safety equipment for close inspection. The remote location and deteriorated condition demand careful preparation before attempting any visit to the site.

The bridge attracts photographers and history enthusiasts because it sits in a region where cultural and architectural influences from different periods converge. Few visitors realize how much the structure embodies the complex past of Sakhalin's development.

Location: Sakhalin Oblast

Official opening: September 1928

GPS coordinates: 46.98012,142.13074

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:23