Fredrikstad Bridge

Coordinates: 59°12′36″N 10°57′37″E / 59.21000°N 10.96028°E / 59.21000; 10.96028
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The Fredrikstad Bridge is an arch bridge in the city of Fredrikstad in Østfold county, Norway.[1] It crosses the river Glomma, and connects the western and eastern parts of the city. The bridge is 824 metres long, with a main span of 196 metres. The sailing height is 39,5 metres. The bridge was opened August 18, 1957, by the then crown prince Olav. It is a slightly larger copy of the 2 year older Karmsund bridge. The bridge is protected as a national heritage.[2]

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  1. ^ McFetrich, David (2022-06-02). An Encyclopaedia of World Bridges. Pen and Sword Transport. p. 100. ISBN 978-1-5267-9449-9.
  2. ^ Vedlegg nr. 30.33 Fredrikstad bru (Riksantikvaren)

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