Central bridge

Central Bridge is a road bridge in central Stockholm that connects the northern and southern parts of the city through two distinct viaduct sections. The structure carries daily traffic across the central urban area without interrupting rail corridors below.

More than 20 different designs were proposed and rejected before a definitive plan was agreed in 1928. The bridge was built during a period of rapid traffic growth in Stockholm's core.

The bridge construction influenced Stockholm's urban development by integrating with the metro system opening in 1957 and managing vehicle traffic patterns.

The bridge accommodates multiple lanes for cars and provides separated pathways for pedestrians and cyclists to cross safely. The clearest views of the city and surrounding areas are available from the middle walkway section.

The bridge was built during a time when Stockholm was struggling to find solutions for increasing traffic volumes in the city center. Today it remains an overlooked part of the urban landscape that most visitors pass without noticing its engineering role.

GPS coordinates: 59.32751,18.06143

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:04