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Kruunuvuorensilta Bridge, Helsinki, Finland | Image credit: Helsinki Partners<\/p>\n
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Helsinki opens one of the longest car-free bridges in the world \u2013 framing surreal views of the Baltic Sea, Helsinki skyline, and outlying islands.\u00a0
\nThe bridge opened to the public on April 18 and attracted over 50,000 visitors during the opening weekend.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Widely known for its public sauna culture, UNESCO-listed sites, and functional Nordic design, Helsinki, Finland, has added a new feather to its hat by unveiling one of the longest pedestrian bridges on Earth. Stretching a mighty 1,191 m over the water, the Kruunuvuorensilta Bridge links the city districts of Korkeasaari and Kruunuvuorenranta.<\/p>\n
The bridge, which can only be used by cyclists, pedestrians, and public transport (no private cars permitted), is part of a wider effort to make Helsinki<\/a> greener and better connected.<\/p>\n Did you know?<\/p>\n Rising 135 m above the sea level, the bridge is taller than Finland\u2019s highest residential building, the Kalasatama tower (134 m).<\/p>\n Finland\u2019s new pedestrian bridge: How it\u2019ll impact tourism, and more<\/p>\n Helsinki Opens #Finland<\/a>\u2019s Longest Pedestrian Bridge#Helsinki<\/a> unveils 1,191-metre Kruunuvuorensilta bridge, linking districts, cutting travel distance, boosting transport access, and attracting thousands during opening weekend. pic.twitter.com\/qSIWIxNsQ3<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Daily Euro Times (@dailyeurotimes) April 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n The Kruunuvuorensilta Bridge officially opened to the public on April 18, 2026. It connects central Helsinki with the nearby Korkeasaari island in the Baltic Sea. Over 50,000 people visited the Kruunuvuorensilta Bridge during its opening weekend.<\/p>\n Key features of the bridge include:<\/p>\n It\u2019ll significantly reduce the distance between the city centre and Kruunuvuorenranta district, down from 11 km to 5.5 km. Did you know?<\/p>\n Kruunuvuorensilta Bridge is a part of the Crown Bridges Light Rail project, one of Helsinki\u2019s largest urban development initiatives. This includes three bridges and a new tramline connecting the city centre to Laajasalo island.<\/p>\n Thanks to the bridge\u2019s height and gentle curve, it offers unrivalled views of the Baltic Sea, Helsinki\u2019s skyline, and nearby islands.<\/p>\n (Feature image credit: Helsinki Partners)<\/p>\n Related |\u00a0The Best Times To Visit Finland For Outdoor Adventures, Northern Lights Viewing & More<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nIt is the longest and tallest bridge in Finland, and while cars are not permitted, it has a dedicated tram track. A new tram line is expected to open by 2027.
\nThe car-free route, linking residential waterfronts, cultural haunts, and green areas, will be perfect for saunters, photography, and nature walks.<\/p>\n
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