Bridgewalking Lillebælt
Syddanmark
Bridgewalking Lillebælt offers a unique adventure on top of the Old Little Belt Bridge, a combined railway and road bridge that was inaugurated in 1935 as the first fixed connection between Jutland and Funen. Visitors climb 60 meters above the water to walk along the bridge's structure, enjoying panoramic views of the Little Belt strait and the surrounding landscapes. The bridge itself is an engineering marvel featuring cantilever construction and impressive concrete arch spans on both land sides. The experience includes expert guides who share fascinating stories about the bridge's history and construction while guests may spot local wildlife such as porpoises and seals below. The walk covers approximately 2.5 kilometers and takes about two hours, including safety instructions and equipment fitting. This activity combines physical challenge with breathtaking scenery, making it a memorable highlight in the Syddanmark region.
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Astuce: The best time to visit is during mild weather conditions, avoiding strong winds exceeding 17 m/s, temperatures below freezing with ice risk, or thunderstorms. Book tickets in advance as tours can fill up, especially for groups of ten or more. Wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes suitable for a 2.5 km walk with stairs at height. Children over 140 cm tall can participate, but those with fear of heights should reconsider. Pregnant women up to 23 weeks may join with caution. Refunds are provided if tours are canceled due to weather.
Faits intéressants
- •The bridge combines a cantilever steel construction with concrete arch spans on the land sides, separating railway and road traffic structurally.
- •The bridge's superstructure reaches a height of up to 24 meters above the piers, with the walking path at 60 meters above sea level.
- •The bridge was the first fixed link between the Danish islands of Jutland and Funen, replacing ferry services.
- •Visitors may see porpoises and seals in the waters below during the Bridgewalking experience.
- •The bridge's construction involved pioneering engineering to pump water out of open caissons for pier foundations in waterlogged clay.
- •The official inauguration in 1935 included transport of guests by express trains and the arrival of the royal ship Dannebrog.
Histoire
The Old Little Belt Bridge was constructed between 1925 and 1935 to replace ferry connections and provide a permanent link between Jutland and Funen.
Originally planned as a double-track railway bridge, the design was adapted to include a road lane due to increasing automobile traffic.
The cantilever steel superstructure rests on concrete piers founded using innovative techniques in the Little Belt's challenging underwater clay soils.
The bridge was officially inaugurated on May 14, 1935, with King Christian X and other dignitaries attending.
Over time, it has become a vital transport link and a celebrated historical landmark in Denmark.
Guide du lieu
Top of the Old Little Belt Bridge1935
Walk along the bridge's steel superstructure 60 meters above sea level, enjoying panoramic views of the Little Belt strait, Jutland, and Funen. The path includes stairs and platforms with safety equipment and expert guides sharing historical insights.
Contact
Téléphone: 88 32 58 00
