Bridge of hay
nab. Griboyedova Canal, St. Petersburg
Description:
The bridge is located near the square of the same name. The square itself received such a name due to the fact that in the middle of the 18th century hay was actively traded in this place. It is a pretty busy place nowadays. The construction of the bridge dates back to 1931. Initially, it was wooden and single-span through the Griboyedov Canal. Heat pipes were laid in it.
The bridge received its modern appearance in 1952, when the need for reconstruction arose due to the accident of spans. Author of the project P. Bazhenov. The bridge became metal with simple railings and a discreet pattern. The walls of the embankment are used as supports. On both sides of the bridge there are granite descents to the water. The total length of the Hay Bridge is 23 meters, and the width is 2.3 meters. He's pedestrian.
You can get to the stop "Senaya Square" by bus 10, 181, 49, 50, metro 2.4.5, shuttle bus K1, K7, K186.