Storseisundet Bridge, Norway
With a backdrop of the mountains behind it, this road is spectacular yet also a bit nauseating. The bridge has been described as “The road to nowhere”.
It is one of the country’s official national tourist routes. So, if you’re a fan of the stomach drop feeling on roller coasters, you will probably enjoy this bridge.
Sidu River Bridge, China
The current reigning champ of the highest bridge in the world is the Sidu River Bridge in China. This steel bridge which was built in 2009 for $100 Million hangs a nauseating 1,600 feet above the canyon floor and 5,000 feet across the river valley.
The bridge was part of China’s ongoing highway expansion project and connects two separate parts of the country that were formerly inaccessible due to mountainous terrain and several rivers. The views of the valley down below are truly staggering. Fortunately, they say it is one of the sturdiest bridges ever built. We just hope they are right.
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Northern Ireland
Some people who cross this 66-foot-long bridge to see the beautiful island on the other side are so frightened by its position 30 meters above rugged rocks and water that they choose to ride a ferry on the way back instead. We don’t blame them.
The bridge also has a crossing toll. Apparently, paying to be scared is a thing in Ireland.
U Bein Bridge, Myanmar
While this bridge looks like it’s undergoing renovation, this is actually how the bridge always appears. The bridge crosses the Taungthaman Lake in Myanmar. It is 1.2 km long and was constructed in 1850.
It is believed to be the oldest teakwood bridge in the world. It has become a tourist attraction due to the way in which its pillars just straight out of the water at over 1 km in length. Due to the heavy traffic from locals and tourists, Souvenir sellers use the bridge as an opportunity to sell their souvenirs.
Montenegro Rainforest, Costa Rica
This is a serene and beautiful walk amongst the trees in one of the world’s most eclectic rainforests. The hanging bridges bring visitors up close and personal with the Costa Rican rainforest.
But don’t let the beautiful landscape distract you from looking down. There are missing planks in the bridge, so be cautious and watch your every step.