10 Mind-Blowing Railway Bridges Worldwide
Railways are not just about speed and efficiency-they're also about breathtaking engineering marvels that defy nature. In this video, we explore 10 of the most impressive railway bridges in the world, each selected by the Railways Explained team for its engineering complexity, historical significance, and sheer visual impact. What's in this video? 🔹 Chenab Bridge (India) – The world's highest railway bridge, soaring 359 meters above the Chenab River. 🔹 Tsing Ma Bridge (Hong Kong) – The longest suspension bridge that carries both rail and road traffic. 🔹 Great Belt Bridge (Denmark) – A combination of bridges and tunnels that connect Danish islands in a stunning feat of engineering. 🔹 Husutong Yangtze River Bridge (China) – The easternmost rail crossing of the Yangtze River, featuring a massive cable-stayed span. 🔹 Crimean Bridge (Russia/Crimea) – Europe's longest bridge, spanning the Kerch Strait with a dual road and rail structure. 🔹 Landwasser Viaduct (Switzerland) – A world-famous curved viaduct seamlessly leading into a tunnel, part of the scenic Albula Railway. 🔹 Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge (Turkey) – A hybrid cable-stayed and suspension bridge that connects Europe and Asia over the Bosphorus. 🔹 Øresund Bridge (Denmark-Sweden) – A spectacular rail and road bridge that transitions into an underwater tunnel. 🔹 Göltzsch Viaduct (Germany) – The largest brick-built bridge in the world, a masterpiece of 19th-century engineering. 🔹 Forth Bridge (Scotland) – A UNESCO-listed cantilever bridge and one of the most iconic railway structures in history. From towering suspension spans to historic viaducts, these bridges showcase human ingenuity and the power of railway engineering. 📢 Which one is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Did we miss a bridge that you think should have made the list? Support Us & Get Exclusive Benefits: 👉 Become a member on Patreon for exclusive content, behind-the-scenes access, and more:   / railways_explained  👉 Join our YouTube membership to support the channel and get special perks:    / @railwaysexplained  👉 Donate via PayPal: PayPal.Me/railwaysexplained Check out our official merch and show your love for all things railway: https://railways-explained.creator-sp... 📺 Subscribe for more in-depth railway stories and analyses from around the world. Big thanks to our Patrons: Walid, Mind K, An Oni Moose, Julian Baumann, Hendrik Hinrichs, Robert P. Walsh, Xosé F. Estrada, Mårten Hammarstrand, Misha, Lucas Richter, Korawich Kavee, Alex Zaslavsky, Dale Winke, Ben M, Nathan Walls, Bill, Tim McKeoun, August Bigelow, Brendan McKeon, Linda Vainomae-Hoffmann, Linda Vainomae-Hoffmann, Reinforcedconcrete, Alex McDonald, Martin Pelles, Alice Conalbi, Declan Crowley, Martin Hinge Follow us on Social Networks: Facebook:   / railwaysexplained  Instagram:   / railways_explained  Linkedin:   / posts  #railway #bridge #engineering
