The bridge is commonly referred to by locals as the Obukhovsky Bridge, though its official name recognizes the nearby historical district.
It spans a total length of 2,824 meters, making it one of the longest bridges in the Saint Petersburg region.
The height of the pylons reaches 126 meters above the water level.
The bridge was constructed to alleviate heavy freight traffic from the historical bridges in the city center.
It is built to withstand significant wind loads typical of the Neva estuary area.
The Big Obukhov Bridge is the only cable-stayed bridge spanning the Neva River in Saint Petersburg. It serves as a critical link in the city's Ring Road (KAD) system, connecting the Nevsky and Nevsky districts. The structure consists of two parallel bridges built in two stages; the first stage opened in 2004, and the second was completed in 2007. It is one of the highest bridges in the region, featuring a central span clearance designed to accommodate large cargo vessels. Unlike many other bridges in the city center, this structure does not feature a drawbridge mechanism, allowing for uninterrupted vehicle traffic year-round. Its design utilizes a high-pylon cable-stayed system to support the heavy transit loads of the motorway. The bridge serves as a major logistical artery for freight transport moving around the outskirts of the metropolitan area.
From the banks of the Neva River in the Rybatskoye district looking north toward the pylons.
View the bridge from the riverbanks during sunset for optimal lighting on the cable structures.
Avoid driving during peak morning and evening rush hours to experience the bridge as a functional landmark rather than a traffic bottleneck.
Observe the bridge from the Neva river water level via boat tours for a better perspective of its vertical scale.
Do not attempt to walk across the main transit lanes of the bridge, as it is a high-speed motorway with no pedestrian sidewalks.
