Bridge of the Constitution

The Constitution Bridge is the newest Grand Canal Bridge. Created at the beginning of the XXI century, it clearly challenges traditional Venetian bridges with its constructivist appearance.

The author of the project was the famous Spanish architect and artist Santiago Calatrava. Knowing his previous work, one could assume that this project would be completely original. And Calatrava did not disappoint expectations: using glass as one of the main materials in the construction of the bridge is a very bold decision.

The main arc-shaped structure is made of super-strong steel. But the parapets and steps are made of tempered glass. Parapets are framed by bronze handrails, in which lighting lamps are mounted. The length of the bridge in the arc is 94 meters. Starting on the shore from a width of 5.58 meters, in the central part of the bridge expands to almost 10 meters. This, by the way, is very convenient for tourists: those who stopped to take photos or just enjoy the view of the beautiful Venetian palazzo, do not interfere with other pedestrians. At night, the bridge is illuminated from the ground. Light, penetrating through glass surfaces, creates a bizarre glow, turning the bridge into an almost unearthly object.