I’m from the SF Bay, and the feeling I get driving across this bridge into Lisbon is a lot like driving across the Golden Gate bridge into San Francisco. Except you’ve got both San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro in your experience because you have the statue of Jesus Christ overlooking the whole city to your right as you have the adrenaline of driving across that bridge over the river into the city it’s fabulous! Made for convertibles- Tops Go Down!

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The 25 de Abril Bridge (Portuguese: Ponte 25 de Abril, 25th of April Bridge, Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈpõt(ɨ) ˈvĩt i ˈsĩku ðɨ ɐˈβɾiɫ]) is a suspension bridge connecting the city of Lisbon, capital of Portugal, to the municipality of Almada on the left (south) bank of the Tagus river. It was inaugurated on August 6, 1966. It is often compared to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, US, because they are both suspension bridges of similar color. It was built by the American Bridge Company which constructed the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge, but not the Golden Gate. With a total length of 2,277 metres (7,470 ft), it is the 38th largest suspension bridge in the world. The upper deck carries six car lanes, while the lower deck carries a double track railway electrified at 25 kV AC; the train platform was added in 1999. From 1966–1974, the bridge was named Salazar Bridge (Ponte Salazar) in honor of Portuguese Prime Minister António de Oliveira Salazar, who ordered its construction. As of 2006 a daily average of 150,000 cars cross the bridge, including 7,000 on the peak hour. Rail traffic is also heavy, with a daily average of 157 trains. In all, around 380,000 people cross the bridge daily (190,000 if considering return trips).

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿The 25 de Abril Bridge in Lisbon is an iconic structure that not only connects the southern part of the city with downtown but also offers an unforgettable experience. Whether you cross it by car or train, the journey is nothing short of spectacular. The bridge's design is a marvel in itself, and as you traverse its expanse, you can't help but be in awe of the engineering feat it represents. The sweeping views it provides of Lisbon's city center are truly breathtaking. The sight of historic neighborhoods, bustling streets, and the glistening waters of the Tagus River creates a mesmerizing panorama that captures the essence of the city. While the 25 de Abril Bridge is not accessible on foot, its accessibility by car or train ensures that visitors can soak in its beauty and appreciate the city from a unique vantage point. It's an experience that perfectly encapsulates the charm and allure of Lisbon. In conclusion, crossing the 25 de Abril Bridge is not just a means of transportation; it's an adventure that offers a remarkable perspective on the city's landscape. The bridge's commanding presence and the awe-inspiring views it affords make it a must-do activity for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the magic of Lisbon.

Beautiful bridge. It reminds San Francisco bridge in California, but much longer. It's very accessible and if you want to experience the best view, then take a walk or a better scooter ride along the Tagus river.

Beautiful red suspension bridge that has a resemblance of the famous golden gate bridge in SF. Except this bridge is a double deck bridge that allows trains to run in the lower deck, while the top deck is used by cars.

My husband, a civil engineer and bridge man, loved the bridge. Similar to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California. Interesting history of the bridge. Well worth the visit. Take a trip to the top and catch a gorgeous view. Very friendly and helpful staff.

You wouldn’t find any difference than San Francisco golden bridge with this one. Amazing view at night time.

Such a wonderful landmark for Lisbon that can be observed from many places in and around the city. Unfortunately it is not possible to cross the bridge by foot or bicycle, only with a car or train. The road ok the bridge is of a different material and causes a lot of constant noise

Viewing the April 25th Bridge from the heart of Lisbon’s waterfront area was a real treat, especially as the sun rose early in the crisp, summer morning. Immediately upon seeing it, I drew comparisons to its “cousin” across the pond, the Golden Gate Bridge—not to start a competition, but this one sure makes its mark. The extent and progression of human design and engineering capabilities…man. Remarkable. Driving across the bridge or not, it’s a must to view this marvel of design when in Lisbon.

The 25 de Abril Bridge is based in part on two San Francisco Bay Area bridges. Its paint is the same International Orange color as the famous Golden Gate Bridge, and its design is similar to that of the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge. Both the Bay Bridge and the 25 de Abril Bridge were built by the same company. The American Society of Civil Engineers says: "Like its sister bridge, the SFOBB in San Francisco, the Tagus River Bridge is located in an area with a long history of earthquakes" and seismic data had to be taken into account in its construction. Another sister bridge is the Forth Road Bridge in Edinburgh. Upon completion, the bridge had the longest suspended span and the longest main span in Continental Europe, the world's longest continuous truss, and the world's deepest bridge foundation. It was the fifth-largest suspension bridge in the world, and the largest outside the US. Today it is the 43th largest suspension bridge in the world.

That bridge remains me of the Golden Gate Bridge of San Francisco. It seems almost unrealistic when you stand in front of it. Really breathtaking and simply huge. A really impressive building and a must seen in Lisboa.

Well, Ponte 25 de Abril is a suspension bridge which connects two cities Lisbon with Almada. The bridge is very nice, and it has a length of 2 km approximately. I often travel to Almada, Setúbal in order to provide services. The train goes underneath the bridge which makes it beautiful. I really enjoy traveling back and forth. 🙏

(Translated by Google) Toll paid and expensive, approach tolls quite confusing and are always under maintenance in recent years and do not improve anything. . . (Original) Portagem paga e cara , abordagem as portagens bastantes confusas e estão sempre em manutenção nos últimos anos e não melhoram nada . . .

Walk up 300 steps directly under the bridge to a glass platform - where else can you find something like that?! Worth an experience!! (If you're lucky, there's also an elevator)

Huge impressive bridge very similar to the Golden Gate bridge in San Francisco - similar design and same red color. The bridge is not walkable. The best view of the bridge is from the Cristo da Rey monument. Fantastic spot to take breathtaking photos :)

MUST SEE when you come to Lisbon. Beautiful bridge. Went there for the sunset, BEAUTIFUL! Can’t imagine how it looks with the sunrise. Really nice to take a walk along the water. 100% Recommend. Reminds me of the Golden Gate Bridge 🌉

25th April Bridge The 25th April Bridge is the longest suspension bridge in Europe, and was Lisbon's first. The 25th April Bridge, also known as 25 de Abril Bridge (Ponte 25 de Abril in Portuguese) is the longest suspension bridge in Europe. It has two levels, the top level is for cars and the lower, which was added in 1999 is for trains. The overpass took 45 months to build. It was inaugurated on the 6 August 1966 and was named Salazar Bridge, after António de Oliveira Salazar, dictator of Portugal until 1974. After the Carnation Revolution that took place on the 25 April 1974 and Salazar’s regime was overturned, the Bridge was given the name of 25th of April. It was designed by the American Bridge Company, also responsible for the San Francisco Bridge, and this is why it looks like it and why they are often compared. Nearby places National Coach Museum (2.1 km) Monument to the Discoveries in Lisbon (2.5 km) Jerónimos Monastery (2.6 km) Archaeology Museum (2.7 km) Chiado and Bairro Alto (3.3 km)

Ponte 25 de Abril is a very impressive looking bridge spanning the River Tagus in Lisbon. It very similar to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco due to the design and colour, as both the bridges are suspension bridges and red.With a total length over 2.2 km, it's an impressive feat of engineering and hard to appreciate until you see it in person.

A well-designed and effective two-level bridge, with one level designated for cars connecting Lisbon to Setubal on one side of the river, and the second level serving as a railway track.

Impressive building. The vehicles make strange noises when driving because you are driving on braided roads, the best way to hear it is when you are driving a ship under the bridge.

Small "Golden Gate Bridge" in Lisbon. The architect was the same as in San Francisco. Nice to look at. When you are near the bridge you can hear the hum (like a swarm of bees) of traffic passing over metal plates from the road

We had a great chance to cruise pass the bridge during sunrise and sunset. It was an amazing moment in our life time.

A beautiful suspension bridge, once with one of the largest spans in the world. Many associate it with the famous Golden Gate. There is a possibility of visiting a virtual excursion where you have the experience of climbing the bridge and the view from it as workers working on bridge maintenance.

At first it looks like the Golden Gate Bridge in San Fransisco, but in fact is a bit different. Two levels allow one layer for cars and one layer for trains. On the far end of the bridge is Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei statue (Christ the King) which was inspired by the Christ the Redeemer statue of Rio in Brazil. On a foggy day the bridge looks cool but on a clear day; you can see it from all over Lisbon.

Yes, you can't ignore the similarity with the famous SF bridge - huge span with two huge pillars, very high to let big ships pass under and pretty long connecting Lisbon and its southern suburb of Almada. Also the color is similar - this one little darker red than SF's orange. The bridge dates back to 20c '60s, being renamed after the Revolution overthrowing Salazar dictator's regime. While this was my third time in Lisbon, it was the first time I drove over it when heading towards the Cristo Rei statue - no tolls southbound, but tolls northbound when returning to Lisbon.

Definitely coming back I found my new place to visit over and over...

(Translated by Google) This bridge looks like the San Francisco Bridge (Original) 這橋看起來好像舊金山大橋

Nice bridge, quite similar to an other bridge in the US 😉 Unfortunately it is quite loud, the asphalt seems to be a loud one.

Most beautiful bridge I'd ever seen. Very nice bridge on the sea and at a height.

It is a bridge that links the Lisbon city to the south, more suburban area. Similar to the golden Gate Bridge in SF. Be prepared for a lot of traffic from S to N in the morning and the opposite in the afternoon. Also in the summer has heavy traffic for people heading to the beaches in the south. Has a toll on the entry from South.

Wonderful bridge an amazing piece of architecture. No wonder how many times u go there u can't get enough of this place .Beautiful place,amazing ambiance,Great place to take photos. Loved it .100% recommended to visit.

It does look a bit like the San Francisco Bridge. It is not worth the ticket money to enter to see the inside but if you have the Lisbon card you can visit it for free. It is very close together with some other monuments so you could combine it.

I run this year Half Marathon in Lisbon and the start was in this bridge. I should say thay i didn't expect to be this huge,it's very well designed and constructed. The view's on top of it where amazing

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Smaller brother of famous Golden Gate, largest suspension bridge I have seen. It is one of the dominants of Lisbon you will not miss because it is visible from many spots across the city. Movement of traffic makes loud buzzing sound which reminds bee hive.

I enjoyed the pleasure to see this Amazing Bridge both in the morning and in the evening. I suggest to visit it by sailing the Tago. Beatiful!!🔝🫶🏻

It's a very interesting feeling to cross this bridge with beautiful views of the city skyline. Bridge built by the same company as the Golden Gate. It is worth seeing it from the perspective of the defenders' monument, near the monastery.

Beautiful bridge over the Tagus. With the traffic, perhaps better viewed from afar. Great to visit if you're in Lisbon, Almeda, Costa da Caparica, Setubal, or the surrounding area.

Unglaublich schöne Brücke. Viele schöne Restaurants an Hafen mit Blick zur Brücke

One of the best viewpoint in Lisbon. Very friendly and helpful staff at this facility. Although we arrived 10 minutes before it closed they allowed us to enter and see the city skyline from the other side.

(Translated by Google) From the passage over the river to the capital of Portugal Lisbon. (Original) Da passagem sobre o rio para a capital de Portugal Lisboa.

A bit of San Francisco in Lisboa 😎 Looks enormously pretty. Night shots of it are good as well. Makes the city entrance a special moment 🤌🏻

Such a beautiful piece of architecture. Although it is loud, the noise it makes is rather constant and low in tone, it can be tolerable for some time. I guess that it gets annoying after some time

Wonderful architecture design and view of both sides of Lisbon Province

Pretty stunning SF vibes bridge. Not really worth to cross on the rush hour as the traffic is really slow and gets packed; but sunsets are pretty from there as you see the whole bay of Lisboa and surroundings. Pretty interesting connection to the Golden Gate; google the fact about it!

Looks a lot like the golden gate bridge - also a very nice view on the city!

An absolutely fabulous information centre and experience of the magnificent engineering of this historically significant bridge over the River Tagus. A must visit for only 5 euros per adult and 3.5 for children with free parking and superb value souvenirs 😀

I did a sunset boat tour and I loved the sight of this bridge from the boat.. calm water and this amazing long bridge in red is the best contrast to blue water.

Beautiful suspension bridge that looks similar to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco as it was designed by the same American company. This type of bridge is usually best for earthquake prone areas. I got the photos and videos from Cristo Rei and when doing a cruise along the river Tagus :)

Magnificent suspension bridge over the Rio Tejo. 2.2 kilometres long, it links Lisbon to Almada on the other side of the river. Very similar to the two suspension bridges in San Francisco, as it was built by the same company.

We drove on the bridge, the view is nothing compared to it from the bottom, either by boat 🚢 or by walking on water side, we had a nice walk, we spent the afternoon till sunset, it was just wonderful

(Translated by Google) April 25 bridge, impressive. On one of the pylons there is a glass observation deck and a bridge history museum. (Original) Most 25 kwietnia, imponujący. Na jednym z pylonów jest szklany taras widokowy oraz muzeum historii powstania mostu.

(Translated by Google) Always striking from any perspective. (Original) Sempre marcante de qualquer perspectiva.

Excellent

Beautiful

(Translated by Google) Superb entrance in Lisbon, the Bridge over the Tagus and Its Magical View to Two Magnificas Splendid Cities. (Original) Entrada Soberba em Lisboa, a Ponte Sobre o Tejo e a Sua Vista Magestosa para Duas Magnificas Cidades Esplendorosa.

(Translated by Google) I took it so many times and every day the sunsets were different (Original) Je l'ai pris tant de fois et chaque jour les couchés de soleil furent différents

(Translated by Google) 25th April Bridge (Original) Ponte 25 Abril

(Translated by Google) This suspension bridge is really impressive. I liken it to San Francisco, but in Europe. It deserves to drive over. (Original) Es realmente impresionante este puente colgante. Yo lo asemejo al de San Francisco, pero en Europa. Merece pasar en coche por encima.

(Translated by Google) Great view :) (Original) Super widok:)

(Translated by Google) Sometimes there is a lot of traffic! (Original) As vezes tem muito trânsito!

(Translated by Google) Beautiful and very useful for crossing (Original) Bonita e bastante útil para fazer a travessia

(Translated by Google) Great work (Original) Grande obra

(Translated by Google) It's very red (Original) É muito vermelha

Guarda un gran parecido con el Golde Gate de San Francisco, ya que fue fabricado por la misma empresa. Con 2.277 metros de longitud, el Puente 25 de Abril ostenta el récord de puente colgante más largo de Europa y fue el primer puente de Lisboa. Cuenta con dos alturas, el piso superior para automóviles y el inferior, añadido en 1999, para trenes. Impresiona su recorrido en coche.

..dreamplace

(Translated by Google) Beautiful (Original) Linda

For once, the name of Ponte 25 de Abril doesn't actually signify that the bridge construction was opened on the 25th April in any year - it was actually opened on 6th August 1966 as the Salazar Bridge (Ponte Salazar). However, that name was changed to honour the Portuguese Carnation Revolution of 25 April 1974. This fantastic suspension bridge, in the style of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, is one of Lisbon’s most notable landmarks. At 2.3 km in length, this suspension bridge connects Lisbon, on the North bank of the River Tagus, with the commuter districts of Alameda on the South bank spanning the River Tagus at its narrowest point.

Impressive bridge, it’s huge! We thought we could walk on it like the Brooklyn bridge but it’s not walkable as it’s just a motorway and it runs the train underneath. It would have been a long long walk anyway 😆Very nice though.

3 years working for Cunard sailing the world and this is the most beautiful sailaway there is. The River Tagus shimmers silvery pink as the ship glides through the calm water as the bridge floats above in all its magnificence. Beautiful.

The best point to have a view to the lisbon. I wish to have a walkway on that bridge. Im sure, it will be crowded.

Going south, a spectacular view of the Cristo Rei Statue (Lisbon). Taken on one of Personal Chauffeurs Algarve's many trips to Lisbon.

(Translated by Google) Magnificent view Horrible traffic! (Original) Vista magnífica Trânsito horrível!

Do you use this bridge to go and return from work? Not the nicest place with frequent traffic jams due to the only 3 lanes per side. Do you see the bridge from the side walks or boat trips? Definitely pretty and the design is similar to the Golden Gate bridge in San Francisco

(Translated by Google) Enhanced version of Golden Gate (Original) Versão melhorada da Golden Gate

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful and well cared for (Original) Muito linda e bem cuidada

One of the beautiful places in Lisbon

(Translated by Google) Almost like SF (Original) Prawie jak SF

Heavy traffic 7 days a week. A 20th-century marvel.

(Translated by Google) For When maintenance works!?!? This is until you drop ??? (Original) Para Quando as obras de manutenção !?!? Isto é até cair ???

(Translated by Google) Pillar 7 a different experience (Original) Pilar 7 uma experiência diferente

(Translated by Google) Brutal view over the north bank, seen close to Cristo Rei. (Original) Visual brutal sobre a margem norte, vista próximo ao Cristo Rei.

Very interesting construction! There is no actual tarmac, but the perforated surface so you can see water down through!

(Translated by Google) Beautiful (Original) Linda

(Translated by Google) Functional (Original) Funcional

Great architecture and free range narnja

(Translated by Google) Of course, the construction of the bridge is very reminiscent of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, which of course is due to the construction company "Amarican Bridge Company". From the south bank of the bridge or on the hill of the Cristo Rei you can enjoy a wonderful view to Lisbon. In addition, the dimensions of the bridge over the Tagus become even clearer there. (Original) Die Konstruktion der Brücke erinnert natürlich sehr stark an die Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, was natürlich an dem ausführenden Bauunternehmen "Amarican Bridge Company" liegt. Vom Südufer der Brücke bzw. am Hügel des Cristo Rei kann ein herrlicher Ausblick nach Lissabon genossen werden. Darüber hinaus werden dort die Ausmaße der Brücke über den Tajo nochmals klarer.

(Translated by Google) A few years ago I was lucky enough to be able to see it from a privileged angle, aboard a cruise ship. A photocopy of the Golden Bridge. Even the color deceives the view into believing that you are in America and not Portugal. But if you want, even the huge statue of Christ can transport us to Brazil ... It is one of the busiest roads in Lisbon for both the transport of goods and people. (Original) Qualche anno fa ho avuto la fortuna di poterlo vedere da un'angolazione privilegiata, a bordo di una nave da crociera. Una fotocopia del Golden Bridge. Anche il colore inganna la vista facendo credere di essere in America e non in Portogallo. Ma volendo, anche l'enorme statua di Cristo ci può trasportare in Brasile... È una delle arterie stradali più trafficate di Lisbona sia per il trasporto di merci che di persone.

(Translated by Google) Iconic location (Original) Local icónico

Great

(Translated by Google) Nice bridge and nice view over lisbon (Original) Jolie pont et jolie vue sur lisbonne

(Translated by Google) Nice place to take sunset pictures! (Original) Bonito lugar para tomar fotografías de puesta de sol!