Troja Bridge
Bridge in Prague
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The Troja Bridge (2014) (Czech: Trojský most) is a bowstring arch bridge[2] in Prague that crosses the Vltava river. It opened to traffic in October 2014.[3] The bridge is 262 metres (860 ft) long. It was designed by Mott MacDonald and Koucky Architects,[4] and was constructed by Metrostav.[5] It connects the districts of Troja and Holešovice. The bridge is noted for slender arch and low height-to-span ratio.[2]
Troja Bridge | |
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| Coordinates | 50°6′44.1″N 14°26′10.15″E |
| Crosses | Vltava River |
| Locale | Prague |
| Official name | Trojský most |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | Bowstring arch bridge |
| Total length | 262 metres (860 ft) |
| Longest span | 200.4 metres (657 ft)[1] |
| History | |
| Architect | Koucky Architects |
| Designer | Mott MacDonald |
| Constructed by | Metrostav |
| Construction end | 2014 |
| Opened | October 2014 |
| Location | |
 Interactive map of Troja Bridge | |
