To allow ships to pass underneath, this whole assembly rotates as a single, rigid structure.

Visually elegant when static and in motion, the bridge offers a great spectacle during its operation.

Small ships and boats up to 25 meters tall can pass underneath.

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Watch the video of the bridge in operation at the end of this picture gallery.

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