22 of the World's Most Dangerous Bridges to Avoid Crossing

Across history bridges have served as quiet testaments to bold design and untamed natural forces. Some endure tempests like stoic guardians; others inspire awe and a slight tremor of unease through daring spans or dramatic settings. They are more than routes; they are engineering statements that prod courage and ignite imagination. Ahead are some of the planet's most breathtaking yet risky crossings where allure and hazard travel side by side and every footfall could script a vivid memory. Should you plan to see them, balance the rush against the real exposure.

1. Ponte Storseisundet, Norway

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The Storseisundet Bridge arcs between Averoya and the mainland just above restless seas. Its twisting profile and famous perspective trick can make the roadway look like it vanishes into open water. Builders fought repeated storm delays before completion. A crossing in rough weather, with spray leaping and wind tugging at the vehicle, becomes a vivid reminder of Norway's raw coastal energy.