The Eel Bridge

Last month a new pedestrian- bicycle suspension bridge across the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal was opened to traffic. The architect Jim Eyre from London worked with the same engineer who built the Sydney Opera House. The bridge was given the name Nesciobrug after a Dutch novelist who used the pseudonym Nescio (Latin for "I don't know") and enjoyed walking in this area on the eastern edge of Amsterdam. The locals call it the Eel Bridge because of the shape. This must be similar to what the Rotary Club in 56572 has in mind across the Pelican River? Perhaps a wee bit smaller. The architectural firm is WilkinsonEyre Architects click on projects/bridges/amsterdam for more detail. The double wishbone bridge splits into pedestrian stairways and bicycle ramps at both ends. It's impressive architecture and engineering. Most people using it this afternoon had big smiles on their faces, except for those pushing their bikes up the up ramp.