Suspension bridges are architectural masterpieces that can take you to breathtaking heights. Discover the following ten breathtaking bridges over canyons, in mountains and across Europe. Experience the adrenaline rush of crossing these unique suspension bridges!
The Best European Suspension Bridges
Running over a steep canyon, gently swaying in the wind and impressive architecturally at first glance: this is how typical, spectacular suspension bridges for pedestrians look. The path over them? Not possible for people with a fear of heights! But the reward for those who dare? Adrenaline rushes and happiness on the other side – because that’s how you overcame the challenge!
There are many suspension bridges that are free to explore on foot, perhaps even guiding you through a hiking area and almost forcing you to take the shortcut across a deep gorge. There are others that require a fee for you to enter, but it will pay for itself in no time. Be it in the beautiful south in Portugal, straight out the front door in Germany, or high in the north in Norway: Here we show you ten different suspension bridges in Europe that are great for thrills and adventures!
The Highline 179 is a suspension bridge in Tyrol designed in Tibetan style. When it opened in 2014, it was one of the longest pedestrian bridges of this design in the world. Still today, visitors who were able to make it to the approximately 406-meter-long crossing claim that flying is probably the only thing more beautiful than walking across the bridge. Experience this for yourself and visit the breathtaking Highline 179 on your next vacation in Tyrol!
You have to pay an entrance fee for the bridge near Reutte, however, you will be rewarded for it in no time. You can test your courage and cross the bridge, which is about 1.20 meters wide, surrounded by the mountain panorama of the Tyrolean Alps and at a much higher point than the treetops. Looking down should perhaps be avoided – as there are grids below you that allow deep insights into the world below. You’ll certainly need an extra dose of courage here!
Highline 179 Facts at a glance
- Location: Reutte (Austria)
- Entrance fee: yes
- Length: 406 meters
- Width: 1.20 meters
- Highest point: 114 meters
