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The 25 de Abril Bridge (Portuguese: Ponte 25 de Abril, 25th of April Bridge, Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈpõtɨ ˈvĩt (i) ˈsĩku ðɨ ɐˈβɾil]) is a suspension bridge connecting the city of Lisbon, capital of Portugal, to the municipality of Almada on the left (south) bank of the Tagus River.
The Ponte 25 de Abril suspension bridge is one of the most iconic landmarks in Lisbon. The bridge spans the Tejo Estuary at its narrowest point and is the only bridge leading south out of the city.
25 de Abril Bridge seen from Docas de Santo Amaro. Originally named after Prime Minister (and dictator) Salazar when it was inaugurated in 1966, this bridge changed its name after the 1974 revolution that happened on April 25th.
The 25th April Bridge, also known as 25 de Abril Bridge (Ponte 25 de Abril in Portuguese) is the longest suspension bridge in Europe. It has two levels, the top level is for cars and the lower, which was added in 1999 is for trains. The overpass took 45 months to build.
May 9, 2024 · The Ponte 25 de Abril Bridge is a remarkable landmark in Lisbon, Portugal, and it is worth visiting. With its stunning design and similarities to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California , it is no wonder it has become a popular destination.
Aug 6, 2019 · The 25 de Abril Bridge is a suspension bridge connecting the city of Lisbon, capital of Portugal, to the municipality of Almada on the left (south) bank of the Tagus River. It has a main span length of 1,013 metres (3,323 ft), making it the 48th longest suspension bridge in the world.
25 de Abril Bridge. Golden Gate's twin sister. Completed in 1966 and originally named after dictator Salazar, this suspension bridge across the Tagus River changed its name after the revolution of April 25, 1974.
