SCARY BRIDGES

TRIFT BRIDGE – SWITZERLAND.

This suspended bridge spans 170 meters in length, and is

extremely unstable – probably owing to the fact that it took only

6 weeks to complete. Open only during the months of June and October,

this bridge is known to swing wildly when windy, so it should only

be crossed in clear weather. Brave hikers will be rewarded with an

amazing view of the Swiss Alps, if they dare cross.

KAWARAU GORGE SUSPENSION BRIDGE,

NEW ZEALAND.

As the birthplace of the world’s first commercial bungy site,

the Kawarau Bridge is a pretty scary place to find yourself. This

suspension bridge crosses the Kawarau River and hangs suspended some

43 meters (141 ft) above it. Hikers and bikers often cross this bridge as

part of the Queenstown Trail, so if you’re in the neighbourhood,

make sure to check it out.

DAEDUNSAN MOUNTAIN SUSPENSION BRIDGE,

SOUTH KOREA.

Spanning 50 meters above the Daedunsan Provincial Park’s

massive and foreboding ravine, the Daedunsan Mountain Suspension

Bridge makes its route up the mountain on a red staircase that’s very

steep in many places. The bridge is part of a hike in the park and should

only be attempted by those who enjoy an good adrenaline rush

from time to time.

HANGING BRIDGE OF GHASA, NEPAL.

Not only does this bridge look like an ancient, abandoned

rollercoaster ride, the bridge is also used to move herds of animals

constantly throughout the day. If you decide to cross this hair-raising

bridge, be prepared to share the space (what little of it there is), with a

myriad of creatures.

MONKEY BRIDGES, VIETNAM.

Comprising a single bamboo log as a floor, and a single,

unstable handrail, it would seem that only a monkey would be able to

cross over the infamous Monkey bridges of Vietnam without taking a

tumble. If you dare to try, come ready with your towel.

HUANGSHAN, CHINA.

Also known as the Bridge of Immortals, this narrow bridge is situated in

the Yellow Mountains in China (Huangshan). The brave souls who cross

this bridge will be treated to a spectacular view of the surrounding

mountains, and, if they’re lucky, will find that they’re looking out onto

the world from within the clouds.

MONTENEGRO RAINFOREST BRIDGE, COSTA RICA.

This suspension bridge is located in the Montenegro Rainforest,

possibly one of the most beautiful and diverse rainforests in the world.

The bridge is made of wood and is missing many of its rungs, leading

to a very awkward crossing, with any wrong step leading to a potentially

unfortunate resting place in the shrubs below.

U-BEIN BRIDGE, MYANMAR.

Spanning 1.2 kilometers (0.75 miles), the U-Bein Bridge crosses the

Taungthaman Lake in Myanmar on a rickety platform made of teakwood.

The bridge is held together on both sides with 1,086 pillars that come up

out of the water, and looks like it’s constantly in a state of disrepair.

CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE, MARYLAND.

Touted as the world’s longest steel structure that spans over water,

the Chesapeake Bay Bridge is part of U.S. Route 301 and is

about 4.3 miles (6.9km) in length.