Oldest wooden arch bridge

Location

6012  Kriens

Description

The Hergiswald Bridge above Kriens is the oldest wooden arch bridge in Switzerland (1791) and crosses the Renggbach stream. It was built by Josef Ritter, who was considered the best bridge builder in Switzerland at the time.

Useful Links

www.hergiswald.ch

Picture Credits

© Benedikt Andres

 

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