Järnbron, Iron bridge in Uppsala, Sweden
The Järnbron stretches 40 meters across the Fyris River, connecting Sankt Johannesgatan with Linnégatan through a metal structure built for pedestrians and cyclists.
Designed by architect Georg Theodor Chiewitz and inaugurated in 1848, this bridge incorporated cast iron pylons from Brevens ironworks as the first suspension bridge of Sweden.
The bridge received its initial name 'Prince Carl's Bridge' in 1847 after the crown prince who studied at Uppsala University at that time.
The structure underwent repositioning in 1987, moving from its original location at Sankt Olofsgatan to establish a new connection between Sankt Johannesgatan and Linnégatan.
The bridge appears in the song collection Gluntarne, which specifically mentions Mr. Chiewitz and his engineering creation across the Fyris River.
Location: Uppsala Municipality
Official opening: 1848
GPS coordinates: 59.86083,17.63222
Latest update: March 14, 2025 14:27
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