Götaälvbron, Road bridge in central Gothenburg, Sweden.
The Götaälvbron stretches across the Göta River with two movable sections that lift upward to allow maritime vessels to pass underneath the structure.
The bridge began operation in November 1939, serving as a primary connection point between central Gothenburg and the industrial district of Hisingen for over 80 years.
The bridge represented the transformation of Gothenburg from a regional port into a major maritime center, connecting communities on both sides of the river.
The bridge maintained specific opening schedules, with restrictions during peak hours from 06:00 to 09:00 and 15:00 to 18:00 on weekdays.
Maritime vessels coordinated bridge openings through VHF channel 9, with typical waiting periods lasting between 8 to 12 minutes for passage.
Location: Gothenburg Municipality
Inception: 1939
Official opening: November 26, 1939
GPS coordinates: 57.71453,11.96694
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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