The Hardanger Bridge is a suspension bridge in Norway which is located on the Hardangerfjorden in Hordaland County, in southwestern Norway, facilitating connections between the cities of Oslo and Bergen. The Hardanger Bridge is one of the longest suspension bridges in the world.
With a total length of 1,380 meters, this concrete bridge is not only considered the longest suspension bridge in Norway, but also one of the largest in the world. Its width reaches 20 meters.
The Hardanger Bridge features two towers standing about 200 meters above sea level y separated by a distance of 1,310 m, which is the span of its main opening. Thanks to its construction, it was possible to reduce travel time between Oslo and Bergen.
Also known as Sky Bridge Norway, this bridge in Norway It replaced the old ferry system that connected both ends of the fjord. In addition, it has a clearance of 55 meters, allowing deep-draft vessels to pass through without restrictions.
Construction began in 2009 and was completed in 2013, with an official opening in August. Since then, it has been recognized as the the country's longest suspension bridge.
The cost of carrying out the project was 2.3 billion crowns, which is equivalent to approximately $285 million.
