The bridge is affectionately nicknamed the 'Chuck Norris Bridge' after a failed public vote to name it after the action star.
The structure weighs approximately 600 tonnes, with the main span measuring 120 meters.
The bridge directly connects the Slovak cycle network to the Lower Austrian Marchfeld cycle routes.
It replaced a historical bridge that was originally destroyed by Napoleon's army in the early 19th century.
The project was co-financed by the European Union through the Cross-border Cooperation Programme.
The Freedom Cycle Bridge (Cyklomost slobody) is a 525-meter-long steel truss bridge connecting Devínska Nová Ves in Slovakia with Schlosshof in Austria. Spanning the Morava River, it serves as a symbolic and physical link across the former Iron Curtain border. The bridge structure is designed specifically for cyclists and pedestrians, avoiding motorized traffic. It was constructed between 2011 and 2012 to facilitate cross-border tourism and re-establish historical regional connections. The site features informative panels detailing the history of the border crossing and the tragic events related to the escape attempts during the communist era. The river area beneath the bridge is part of a protected landscape zone known for its riparian flora and fauna.
From the Slovak bank looking toward the Austrian side to capture the full span of the bridge against the river backdrop.
Bring a passport or national ID card, as the bridge crosses an international border into Austria.
Combine the bridge crossing with a visit to the nearby Schloss Hof palace complex on the Austrian side.
Use a bicycle to fully integrate with the extensive cross-border network of paths.
Attempting to cross with motorized vehicles or e-scooters, which are generally prohibited on the pedestrian path.
