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(59-56,4N 018-50,9E) Chart 536
Swing bridge
Maximum vertical clearance if closed: 5.0 m
(Maximum vertical clearance if closed at MW without safety margin: 6.2 m)
Maximum width: 17.5 m
Minimum depth in canal: 2.0 m
Maximum authorized speed in canal: 5 knots.
Maximum vertical clearance in other parts of the canal: 17 m.
Opening hours: 1 May - 15 October
The bridge is opened 30 minutes after each full hour - between 0730-2130.
Vessels intending to pass the bridge are recommended to be at the bridge area before scheduled opening time.
The bridge starts to close 7 min efter opening.
Merchant vessels can request opening at other times.
Contact the bridge at least 12 hour prior to opening.
Phone +46(0)176-500 19.
16 October - 30 April
Contact the bridge at least 24 hours before opening.
Phone +46(0)176-500 19.
Further information:
Bollards are located on the south and north side of the bridge along with telephones to bridge master.