The original bridge, designed by Feketeházy János, was completed in 1896 as part of a grand infrastructure project.
During the 2008 renovation, the bridge was widened to accommodate a separate pedestrian walkway and bicycle path that did not exist in the original design.
It is one of the few places in Budapest where trains and cyclists share the same river crossing structure in close proximity.
The bridge is a critical component of the trans-European rail network, facilitating transit between Budapest-Nyugati station and the northern railway lines.
Its construction utilizes a classic steel truss design chosen for its durability against the Danube’s ice floes.
The Újpest Railway Bridge, also known as the Northern Railway Bridge, is a vital steel truss structure spanning the Danube River in Budapest. It serves as a crucial link for international rail traffic and carries a pedestrian and cycle path across its width. The current steel structure replaced a previous bridge that was destroyed during World War II and underwent significant reconstruction in 2008. The bridge connects the districts of Újpest on the Pest side and Óbuda on the Buda side. Its design includes a dedicated pathway for non-motorized traffic, separated from the rail tracks, providing a direct connection between the EuroVelo 6 cycling route and local paths. The bridge is approximately 677 meters long.
The pedestrian pathway midway across the river, looking south toward the Budapest skyline.
Bring a windbreaker, as the bridge is highly exposed and can become very windy regardless of the season.
Utilize the bridge as a shortcut when cycling between the Népsziget island area and the Óbuda waterfront.
Check your bike tires before crossing, as the bridge deck can accumulate debris from the adjacent railway line.
Attempting to walk across during peak thunderstorm warnings, as the open structure offers no shelter.
Stay strictly within the designated pedestrian and cycle lane; do not cross into the railway section.
