Beautiful Bridges: The Replot Bridge (Finland)

Beautiful Bridges: The Replot Bridge (Finland)

This beautiful bridge is the the Replot Bridge or Raippaluodon silta in finnish. It is not just great looking, but it is also the longest bridge in Finland. It connects the island of Replot to the mainland near city of Vaasa. The Replot Bridge is 1,045 metres (3,428 ft) long. Two supporting pylons are 82 metres high. The middle span is 250 metres wide and gives a vertical clearance of 26 metres. The bridge itself looks quite massive when you approach it by car or by boat. It also provides a nice view from the highest point, if you park your car and take a walk along the bridge on a nice weather. The Replot Bridge was opened in August 1997 when it replaced the old ferry traffic.

Beautiful Bridges: The Replot Bridge (Finland)

Length: 1,045 metres
Opened: 1997
Location: Korsholm, Finland
Map link: https://goo.gl/maps/1eBNW9yKyGFCqMYx5