“Gold Bridge,” a nickname that seems to fit perfectly. Have you ever seen a bridge so bright? This is the Slussbron, the main bridge for road traffic, pedestrians, and cyclists, connecting the Old Town of Stockholm with Sodermalm. It was built in 2018 and opened in October 2020. It’s like a ribbon of gold stretching across the water, and unlike many other bridges, this one was designed to be a landmark. It’s built with a golden hue, a nod to the golden facades in the Old Town, but it also reflects the light from the water, making it even more striking. It’s a modern masterpiece, a symbol of the city’s evolution. The Slussbron was manufactured in China and shipped to Stockholm in 2020. It was a big event. It was transported by sea and arrived in Stockholm on March 11, 2020, under the watchful eyes of the media and the public. But the transport wasn’t without controversy. Some people called it an environmental disaster because of the long sea journey and the carbon footprint of the transportation. But the bridge does integrate seamlessly with the city, connecting the past and the present, and reminding everyone of its vibrant cultural heritage. So what do you think, is the Slussbron worthy of its nickname – the “Gold Bridge”?
Frihamnsviadukten
Across the 250-meter-wide Frihamnsviadukten you see a world unfolding. Driving over it feels practical but unremarkable. Walking or cycling however