Suspension bridges are a great opportunity to get an adrenaline rush and appreciate nature. So often they’re found in beautiful places and provide incredible views. Here are 10 suspension bridges around the world that all offer sights as well as thrills.
1. The Capilano suspension bridge in Vancouver, Canada, is a must see when you’re visiting the city. More info here.
2. Carrick-a-Rede in Northern Ireland was first built 400 years ago by fishermen to check on their salmon traps. It’s been restored over the years and is now a popular tourist destination on the Northern Ireland coast. More info here.
3. Highline179, in Reutte, Austria, claims to be the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in the world. More info here.
4. The suspension bridges at the Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park in Costa Rica, offer incredible views of the surrounding rainforest and to experience an ecosystem like no other. More info here.
5. Stare down into the brilliant blue glacier water as you walk across Trift Bridge in Switzerland. More info here.
6. The cliff walk across Mount Titlis is the highest suspension bridge in Europe. More info here.
7. This glass bridge in the Shiniuzhai National Geological Park in central China, used to be made of wood, now it’s made from see through glass!
8. The Geierlay suspension bridge in Germany can be done on it’s own or as part of a bigger hike through the Hunsruck mountains. More info here.
9. The Drift Creek suspension bridge in Oregon is part of a beautiful hike along the Oregon coast. More info here.
10. Storms River suspension bridge in Tsitsikamma National Park, South Africa, keeps you only 7 meters above the turbulent waters that flow into the Indian Ocean. More info here.
We can only imagine how scary no.7 would be!
Yeah no.7 scares me too!!!
Stunning pictures! But you couldn’t pay me enough to set my foot on those bridges O.O
haha don’t look down!!!
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For the daredevil or those who have no fear of heights, these bridges suspended high above canyons and rivers are stunning. Ankyone game for a hike? Re-blogged from https://alk3r.wordpress.com
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Not for the faint hearted for sure, but I could definetly walk across these breathtaking bridges and take in the magnificence of the views and gratefully breathe in that fresh air