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Puente Colgante

TIME : 2016/2/19 1:32:36

Designed by Alberto Palacio, a disciple of Gustave Eiffel, the Unesco World Heritage–listed Puente Colgante (also known as the Vizcaya or Bizkaia Bridge) was the world's first transporter bridge, opening in 1883. The bridge, which links the towns of Getxo and Portugalete (part of greater Bilbao), consists of a suspended platform that sends cars and passengers gliding silently over the Ría del Nervión.

You can take a lift up to the superstructure at 46m and walk across for some great views or join a guided tour for a more detailed look.