Drammen City Bridge

The Drammen City Bridge is a concrete road bridge that stretches 260 meters across the Drammenselva River. It connects the eastern and western parts of the municipality with its combined concrete and steel structure.

The bridge opened in 1936 and became the first permanent crossing between the divided sections of the city. This crossing transformed how the municipality functioned as a unified whole.

The bridge became a daily link for residents crossing between the two halves of the city for work and commerce. It represents how infrastructure shaped the social connections between neighborhoods that were previously separated.

Pedestrians and vehicles use this bridge daily to cross between the river banks. The main streets lead directly to it, and traffic is heaviest during rush hours when most commuters cross.

The bridge features distinctive rectangular support pillars that give it a recognizable appearance. It was designed with enough clearance to allow river traffic to pass underneath, a feature that remains important today.

Location: Drammen Municipality

Inception: 1936

Official opening: September 6, 1936

Length: 260 m

Made from material: concrete

GPS coordinates: 59.74204,10.20327

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:00