Djurgårdsbrunnsbron, Steel swing bridge in central Stockholm, Sweden
The Djurgårdsbrunnsbron is a steel structure spanning the Djurgårdsbrunnskanal with girders approximately 21 meters long. The bridge measures about 6.5 meters wide and once allowed both foot and vehicle traffic to cross the waterway.
This steel structure was built in 1884 to replace an older wooden crossing after significant work to widen and deepen the canal. The project reflected efforts to improve transportation in this part of the city during that period.
The bridge takes its name from a mineral spring that locals valued for its healing properties and visited regularly during its active years.
The bridge has been permanently closed to traffic since 1966, but visitors can view and photograph it from the surrounding area. The best vantage point is from the adjacent pedestrian path, which offers clear views of the steel structure and canal.
This is the last remaining swing bridge system in Stockholm, representing a common engineering solution from the 19th century. The mechanical pivot elements remain visible even though they no longer operate, offering a glimpse into how ships once moved through the city.
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