Images by Jeroen Musch and NEXT Architects
The Melkwegbridge is located in Purmerend, the Netherlands. The bridge
is part of the masterplan ‘De Kanaalsprong’ and connects the historic
city center with the towns’ new district. The most striking part of the
bridge, designed by NEXT Architects,
is a massive arch which reaches the height of 12m above water level and
stands in a continuous line with the Melkweg-road, thus offering an
incredible view over the city. The high lookout is an attraction in
itself and lets pedestrians fully experience the relation between the
new and historic center of Purmerend. 12 more images after the break...
Bicycles and remainder traffic cross the bridge using the 100m long
bicycle deck. This deck was designed as a pendulum over the water, so
that the slope could be limited to a minimum. Because pedestrian traffic
was separated from cyclists, the direct line between the Melkweg-road
and city centre could remain. Furthermore the 48m arch remains the
fastest possible way to cross the water.
The pedestrian bridge weighs 85 tons,
consists of 130 steps and is supported by a steel arch. The design makes
it able to retain the spatial openness of the channel and its
surroundings. Both bridge sections flow smoothly into each other and
form one whole. This unity is enhanced by the continuity of materials
and colors. In the edges of the bridge LED lines are applied that follow
the contour of the bridge and guarantees a spectacular view on the
bridge even after sunset.
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