The bridge is the longest roofed bridge in Slovakia.
The 'Barlolamač' statue symbolizes the healing power of Piešťany's thermal waters, depicting a man breaking his crutch in half.
Architect Emil Belluš used a unique reinforced concrete arch system that was structurally advanced for its time in the 1930s.
Stained glass panels by Slovak painter Martin Benka illustrate traditional folk motifs and local spa life.
The bridge was specifically commissioned by the Winter family, who operated the Piešťany spa at the time, to improve logistics for convalescing patients.
Kolonádový most is a reinforced concrete arch bridge spanning the Váh River, connecting the town center of Piešťany with Spa Island. Designed by architect Emil Belluš in a Functionalist style, the bridge was completed in 1933. It features an integrated roofed walkway lined with shops, galleries, and cafes, designed to provide sheltered access for spa patients. The structure is adorned with significant artistic elements, including a bronze statue of the 'Crutch Breaker' (Barlolamač) at the entrance and stained glass windows by Martin Benka. It serves as a pedestrian-only corridor protected as a national cultural monument of Slovakia. The bridge survived a partial destruction during World War II and was reconstructed in 1956.
At the entrance near the 'Barlolamač' statue looking down the long, arching interior corridor.
Walk the full length of the bridge to observe the changing art panels and small boutique shop displays.
Combine your visit with a walk through the adjacent Spa Island park system to see the thermal pools.
Bring a camera to capture the symmetrical architecture of the roofed arches.
Do not attempt to cross by car or bicycle, as it is strictly enforced as a pedestrian-only zone.
