Erasmusbrug (Erasmus Bridge) in Rotterdam

Erasmusbrug (Erasmus Bridge)

Rotterdam, Netherlands

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Height
456′
Construction started
1989
Type
Cable-stayed bridge in Rotterdam, Netherlands

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Why is the Erasmus Bridge famous?

The Erasmus Bridge is not just a crossing; it has reshaped the city of Rotterdam since its conception in 1990. Towering at 139 meters, its dramatic pylon commands attention, serving as a beacon of progress and a symbol of Rotterdam's evolution.

Can you walk across the Erasmusbrug bridge?

The one and only Rotterdam Erasmus Bridge! We tried to recreate it as well as possible and we can say that we succeeded quite well! Unfortunately, you can't get across by car or bike, but you can walk.

Who designed the bridge in Rotterdam?

The Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam, designed by Ben van Berkel and completed in 1996, is an iconic feat of contemporary engineering and design.

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