US, April 20 -- The Finnish capital has unveiled a striking new icon of sustainable urban development with the opening of the Kruunuvuorensilta Bridge, now the longest and tallest bridge in Finland. Officially opened to the public on April 18, 2026, the bridge drew more than 50,000 visitors during its inaugural weekend, signaling its immediate appeal as both infrastructure and attraction.

Stretching 1,191 meters across the water, Kruunuvuorensilta connects the districts of Korkeasaari and Kruunuvuorenranta, forming a key link in Helsinki's ambitious Crown Bridges Light Rail project. What sets this bridge apart globally is its exclusive dedication to public transport, pedestrians, and cyclists-completely excluding private car traffic, a ...