Bow Bridge, Central Park, Cast iron footbridge in Central Park, United States.
Description
Bow Bridge is a footbridge spanning about 26 meters (85 feet) across The Lake in Central Park, linking Cherry Hill with The Ramble. It features arched cast iron railings and wooden planking.
History
The bridge was completed in 1862 by architects Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould as part of Frederick Law Olmsted's design for the park's transportation routes. It remains one of the original structures that shaped the park.
Culture
The bridge has become known through appearances in films like Spider-Man 3 and Enchanted, making it a recognizable part of New York's entertainment world. Visitors often recognize it from movies before they arrive.
Practical
The bridge is accessible from multiple pathways connecting to Fifth Avenue and Central Park West. It is easy to reach on foot, and boat rentals are available nearby at Loeb Boathouse.
Did you know?
Four cast iron urns stand at the bridge's ends, replicated from the 1862 originals after the initial pieces vanished mysteriously in 1920. These urns are a silent reminder of the bridge's earliest days.
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