Experts' Choice Award Luchtsingel
What the experts agree on
This innovative wooden footbridge was crowdfunded to revitalize a neglected Rotterdam neighborhood, offering striking photo ops despite occasionally feeling quiet and underused.
“Although it might feel a little abandoned some times, it does lend itself for great photographic compositions.”
– On the Grid
Atlas Obscura "Built by crowdsourcing, this wooden foot bridge saved a part of Rotterdam that was languishing in wait of city funding. " Full review
Rough Guide "The Luchtsingel, a 390-metre-long, wooden pedestrian bridge linking the city centre and the north was partially funded through crowdsourcing; an example of the social engagement that’s..."
Lonely Planet "The construction of the Luchtsingel — or 'air canal' — is another triumph of local ingenuity. The bright yellow pedestrian bridge has reconnected three districts severed from each other..."
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