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Suspension bridges make hiking more comfortable because they make difficult ascents and descents superfluous. Sometimes they make the terrain passable in the first place. No matter the water of a torrential glacial stream is raging beneath you, a deep canyon opens up its gully or a steep scree slope reveals its wasteland - suspension bridges always provide spectacular views and a special kind of thrill.
Spectacular suspension bridges are not only found in the Alps. The German low mountain ranges are also attracting with the thrill above the abyss. Pack up a bite of courage and let's go.
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The TitanRT is currently the world's longest suspension bridge "of its kind". It has a total length of 458.5 meters and runs along the dam wall via the Bode reservoir. At the highest point you can see 100 meters down.Opening hours:
all year round and daily - 08:00 to 21:30The price for adults is 6 euros and for children (4 to 14 years) 4 euros.Also suitable for wheelchairs and prams.
Tip by NeverGiveUp
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Hello,
You should have experienced the bridge but it looks much more harmless from below as you will feel or experience it.
It takes a bit of courage to cross the 406 meter pedestrian suspension bridge 114 meters up.
It is of course well secured but somewhat dizziness, and you should not be afraid of high altitude.
The bridge swings slightly back and forth and the floor is only provided with grating grates where you can see the 113m directly down.
But for 8 € fee you get for his courage a wonderful panoramic view of the valley of Reutte and the surrounding mountains - a look just kick, as the slogan promises.
Otherwise, enjoy the crossing.
The highline179 is a pedestrian suspension bridge in the form of a rope bridge over the Fernpassstraße B 179 south of Reutte in Tirol (Austria). It extends at an altitude of 113 to 114 m over the Ehrenberg castle world and connects the ruin Ehrenberg with the Fort Claudia. The location of the bridge was chosen to be one of the longest pedestrian suspension bridges in the world with a span of 406 meters at the time of completion. It not only serves to facilitate the visit of the two castle ruins, but above all to be an independent tourist attraction for the community of Reutte.
Tip by Marcus
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At a length of 200.5 meters and a height of 110 meters, the suspension bridge near Holzgau crosses the Höhenbach Gorge. The detour here is particularly worthwhile when it is dark, because then the bridge shines in great lighting.
In contrast to some other spectacular suspension bridges, the suspension bridge in Holzgau is freely accessible and can be walked on for free.
Tip by Kathi
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Thrills in the middle of the mountains: You can experience this on the highest suspension bridge in Austria and the "Stairway to Nothingness" on the Dachstein Glacier in Schladming. At an altitude of 2,700 meters you can put yourself to the test and admire two masterpieces of construction technology.
From the mountain station of the Dachstein Südwandbahn you first go over the suspension bridge, below you it goes down 400 meters. All around you you can see the panorama of the Dachstein Mountains in all their glory. At the end of the bridge the "Stairs to Nowhere" is waiting for you. You climb the impressive glass platform over 14 steps - below you you can look down a rock face over 400 meters.
You can find all information about the "Stairway to Nothingness" here: schladming-dachstein.at/de/Service/Infos-von-AZ/Treppe-ins-nichts_az_819501 and about the suspension bridge under this link: https:/ /schladming-dachstein.at/de/Service/Infos-von-AZ/Haengebruecke_az_341856.
Tip by Schladming-Dachstein
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Breathtaking suspension rope bridge. Generates a queasy feeling to cross this bridge.
Tip by Bucky
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The Raiffeisen Skywalk spans the Lauitobel with a length of 374 meters at a height of up to 58 meters. At the opening in 2010, the Skywalk was the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Europe. The Raiffeisen Skywalk is open during the operating hours of the mountain railway Sattel-Hochstuckli. These are open Mondays to Fridays from 8:45 to 17:00 and from July to October to 17:30. On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, the train runs in high season even to 18 clock. Outside these opening hours, gates block access to the suspension bridge.
Tip by Kathi
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There is only one suspension bridge in the world that connects two mountain peaks: the Peak Walk. Via the 107 meter long suspension bridge you walk from the summit to the main summit 5 meters higher (Scex Rouge). The suspension bridge is accessible free of charge and - weather permitting - open all year round.
Tip by Kathi
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The bridge has a total length of 360 m and is thus one of the longest suspended rope bridges in Europe. The maximum height above the ground is just under 100 meters. The dead weight is 62 tons. The bridge can be accessed for free and is open year-round except during storms and thunderstorms.
The name of the bridge is taken from the field name of the district on which the bridge is located: A rocky slope called Geierslay, which probably got this name, because in the vicinity of the rock (see also Ley) numerous birds of prey live. The word "vulture", derived from the Middle High German "gir" as a noun of "greedy", is still a trivial term for a number of different species of birds of prey.
The overall concept of the Geierlay includes a visitor center with a large pay parking, also for coaches. In the visitor center there is a bistro. The bridge itself can only be reached on foot or by bike over 1.8 km of well-paved path. For the way back I do not recommend the same way over the bridge, but through the valley below, which is very nice.
Tip by Heinz
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The Charles Kuonen suspension bridge is the longest bridge in Switzerland: it is 490 meters long! It opened in 2017 and is truly breathtaking!
Tip by Marika Abbà
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A 45 meter long metal ladder leads down a steep rock face into the
Horefellichelen. Secured by steel ropes, the via ferrata crosses a rock channel and, after steep, mountainous terrain, another ladder follows. The path winds its way craggy over the next ridge under the first tower of the Salbitschijen west ridge. The route climbs through the scree that follows, under the rock towers of the Salbitschijen, past the bivouac (2400m) to a metal ladder, over this down to the 90-meter-long Salbit bridge that crosses the Stotzig-Chälä.A via ferrata set is urgently recommended for using the connecting route T4 (blue / white route) between the Voralphütte and the Salbithütte. This can be rented in both cabins.For me personally, the most challenging part was the 45 meter long ladder down over the rock face. The ladder is not continuous, but meanders down the rock and I was glad that I had a via ferrata set with me. Personally, I found the rest of the way and via ferratas just really cool and the whole way is very varied and I really enjoyed it. However, it has some very exposed spots and for this trail you absolutely need a head for heights. The place over the 90 meter long Salbit suspension bridge, for which I had the most respect in advance, turned out to be the most harmless place for me.
Tip by Martina
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The Golden Gate bridge of the Alps is part of the Baumzipfelweg and therefore only passable (7 Euro). Especially for families with children, it is a worthwhile trip. The Baumzipfelweg is open daily from May to October from 9.30 am to 6 pm, from December to March from Tuesday to Sunday from 11 am to 8 pm.
Outside the box-office opening hours, however, there is a slot machine available, through which the path over the bridge and through the treetops is always possible.
Tip by Kathi
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140 meters long, 28 meters abyss under you - here is head for heights! Especially as the suspension bridge on the Stubnerkogel swings slightly due to its construction. If you have crossed the suspension bridge, it is advisable to take a walk on the beautiful circular hiking trail on the ridge of the Stubnerkogel. Here you can expect sensational views of the Hohe Tauern.
Tip by Kathi
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Using the bridge costs 8 francs. This bridge is part of the panorama circular hiking trail, which leads around the entire lake of Thun. The view of Lake Thun when the weather is nice is fantastic!
Tip by ClifBar
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3,041 meters altitude. 500 meters abyss. 150 steps heartbeat. The Titlis Cliff Walk is really not for the faint hearted! From the Titlis summit, an underground tunnel leads you to the viewing platform on the south wall window. The suspension bridge spans from there to the top station of the glacier chairlift Ice Flyer. The Titlis Cliff Walk is Europe's highest suspension bridge. The walk across the bridge is free. In bad weather, however, the suspension bridge is closed.
Tip by Kathi
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