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World’s Tallest Bridges

by Vishul Malik

World's tallest bridges are feats of engineering and design, connecting communities across great heights. Learn about their unique features and histories.


Tallest / Highest Bridges in the World

Bridges have always been an important part of infrastructure, connecting cities, countries, and continents. Over the years, engineers have been pushing the limits of bridge design, constructing structures that are not only functional but also visually stunning. One of the key measures of a bridge’s greatness is its height, and several bridges around the world have set records for being the tallest. This table lists the top 10 tallest bridges in the world, along with their notable features and interesting facts. From China to France, these bridges are a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the human mind.

 

Tallest Bridges in the World

Rank Name Country Height (m) Year Fact
1. Duge Bridge (Beipanjiang Bridge Duge) China 565 2016 Highest bridge in the world
2. Sidu River Bridge China 496 2009 World’s highest bridge until 2016
3. Beipanjiang Bridge Guanxing China 423 2021 Highest bridge in the world for vehicles
4. Baluarte Bridge Mexico 403 2013 Tallest cable-stayed bridge in the world
5. Millau Viaduct France 343 2004 Tallest bridge in the European Union
6. Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge Turkey 322 2016 Tallest bridge in Turkey
7. Russky Bridge Russia 320.9 2012 Longest cable-stayed bridge in the world
8. Sutong Bridge China 306 2008 Tallest bridge in Asia
9. Pont de Normandie France 214 1995 Tallest bridge in the world upon completion
10. Great Belt Bridge East Denmark 202 1998 Tallest bridge in Europe

 

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