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The Passerelle des Deux Rives (footbridge of two banks) crosses the Rhine between Strasbourg and Kehl, allowing pedestrians and cyclists to cross the river with no indication that they are crossing a national border.
The Passerelle des Deux Rives (footbridge of two banks) crosses the Rhine between Strasbourg and Kehl.
 
It is a much more complex structure than is strictly necessary for a pedestrian/cyclist bridge, but the complexity makes it a far more interesting bridge to study than its neighbours.


Cable-stayed pedestrian bridge with 185m main span. Two decks, one straight in plan and arched in elevation, the other curved in plan.  
Cable-stayed pedestrian bridge with 185m main span. Two decks, one straight in plan and arched in elevation, the other curved in plan.  

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The Passerelle des Deux Rives (footbridge of two banks) crosses the Rhine between Strasbourg and Kehl.

It is a much more complex structure than is strictly necessary for a pedestrian/cyclist bridge, but the complexity makes it a far more interesting bridge to study than its neighbours.

Cable-stayed pedestrian bridge with 185m main span. Two decks, one straight in plan and arched in elevation, the other curved in plan.

Constructed 2003-4. Architect: Marc Mimram.

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